Dr. Joanna Woodnutt, MRCVS

Unfortunately, our canine friends can be affected by cancer, just as we can. According to The Veterinary Cancer Society, as many as one in four … Read more

There is much debate surrounding dewclaw removal in dogs. Dewclaws used to be removed fairly routinely, but current thinking tends towards leaving them alone. The … Read more

In medicine, there are a number of common and easily accessible ‘signposts’ that display to us important information about internal body health. One of these … Read more

Just like people, dogs may not get on with every dog they meet. Dogs can bite for many reasons: they may be anxious, guarding an … Read more

There are few sounds as terrifying as the shh-shh-shh of a rattlesnake — especially if you can’t see the snake in question. It feels like … Read more

It can be really scary when your dog is bleeding, but preparation can help. Just like in human first aid, knowing what to do in … Read more

As temperatures drop, one common household product we often reach for is antifreeze- to protect our vehicles and machinery from the cold. Antifreeze is extensively … Read more

Imagine you find your dog playing with a toad. Or you’re out on a walk when your dog dashes into the bushes. Pretty standard behavior, … Read more

Dogs are curious animals, and if allowed they will spend a fair amount of time wandering outdoors, getting up to things that you likely have … Read more

Dogs will rarely pass up the opportunity for a tasty treat, and unfortunately, this can sometimes include the unexpected! Many kinds of toothpaste are designed … Read more