Veterinarian
Dr. Rachel Ellison lives on a mountain in Utah with her husband, daughter, and son, as well as their animal menagerie— a Bernese Mountain Dog, a Bengal/Siamese mix, and an orange tabby cat, as well as numerous chickens. During her free time, she enjoys being with those she loves, cooking and baking, reading, hiking, sharing her knowledge about cats, and exploring nature and the world around her.
Miniature Dachshunds, sometimes affectionately referred to as Wiener Dogs or Doxies, are a smart and vibrant breed. While they are smaller than their Standard…
If you own a dog, you’ve probably figured out that they love to consume the most unlikely of items or products. One such potential product is sunscreen, a subs…
If your dog is diagnosed with epilepsy, a neurological condition with abnormal electrical activity in the brain that results in recurring seizures, you may won…
Many of you may already be familiar with the common human injury widely known as an “ACL” (anterior cruciate ligament) tear. However, far fewer people are fami…
Rhinitis and sinusitis are medical conditions that mean inflammation of the nose (rhinitis) and inflammation of the sinuses (sinusitis). Rhinosinusitis, then,…
Unfortunately, dogs love to eat all sorts of things: stinky socks, rotting food, scurrying bugs, dead animals, fecal material—you name it, and a dog somewhere…
Belgian Malinois are hardworking herding dogs that are known for being very energetic and intelligent. They originate from the Belgian city of Malines and are…
Lumps and bumps on (or in) a dog can be a major concern to their pet-owning parent. With about 25% of dogs developing neoplasia in their lifetime, and about 50…
Did you know that there are over 3,000 species of spiders in the United States and over 48,000 in the world?1 Despite these facts, knowing that only a very sma…
What should you do if you discover a lump on or around your dog’s elbow? Before panicking, it is important to know that one possible explanation could be somet…
