A veterinarian explains why dental care matters and how to keep your dog’s mouth healthyBy Dr Nicole Rous When we think about keeping our dogs healthy, we often focus on nutrition, exercise and preventative care. However, one of...
Why Is My Dog Drinking Too Much Water? By Dr Nicole Rous It’s a hot day, your dog has just come back from a long walk, and their water bowl is empty within minutes. In many cases, increased...
By Dr Nicole Rous Ear infections are one of the most common reasons dogs visit the vet. While many infections respond well to treatment, some dogs seem to experience the same problem repeatedly. If your dog’s ear infections keep...
Why Is My Dog Always Licking Their Paws? A veterinarian explains the common causes of excessive paw licking and when it’s time to seek helpBy Dr Nicole Rous Many dogs lick their paws from time to time. A quick...
By Dr Nicole Rous Veterinary medicine has traditionally focused on preventing disease, diagnosing illness, and treating health conditions as they arise. While these remain the foundations of good veterinary care, advances in diagnostics are allowing us to take a...
By Dr Nicole Rous It’s normal for dogs to feel worried or uncertain from time to time. Just like people, dogs can become stressed by changes in their environment, unfamiliar situations, or unexpected events. However, when anxiety begins...
By Dr Nicole Rous Probiotics have become increasingly popular in both human and veterinary medicine. Many pet owners are now familiar with the idea that supporting the gut microbiome may have benefits for digestive health, immunity, and overall wellbeing....
By Dr Nicole Rous Itching is one of the most common reasons dogs are brought to the vet. Many owners assume that an itchy dog must have allergies, but the reality is often more complex. While allergies...
By Dr Nicole Rous Changes in behaviour are one of the more common concerns we see in general practice. Dogs may become more reactive, anxious, restless, or difficult to settle, and understandably, owners often look for a clear...
By Dr. Nicole Rous A Vet’s Guide to Calming Supplements for Dogs Dog stress and anxiety are increasingly common concerns, particularly in busy urban environments where routines, sounds, visitors, travel and time alone can all influence how safely...
