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How to Keep Your Aquarium Cool in the Summer Heat
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Hi, Max here sharing my favorite tips, tricks, guides, and more. Don't see what you're looking for? Ask Dr. Jenn!
August 27, 2024
I've taken her to the vet and give her medications for severe gastritis, but it doesn't seem to be solving the problem. What else can I do?
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Read More Ask Dr. Jenn: My Pomeranian Scoots on the Carpet and Cries. How Can I Help Her?August 22, 2024
Pet rabbits perspire through their ears, which makes them susceptible to overheating, especially in the summer. Learn how to keep your rabbit cool and healthy when temperatures start to rise.
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Read More Summer Care Tips for Your Pet RabbitAugust 22, 2024
Cats often display odd behaviors, such as staring at the wall. While you may believe that there is a concerning reason behind this, this behavior is often nothing to worry about.
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Read More Why Does My Cat Stare at the Wall?August 22, 2024
High temperatures can impact reptiles just like other pets. Knowing how to keep your pet reptile cool and comfortable during heat waves can prevent dangerous health problems.
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Read More Tips to Care for Your Pet Reptile During a HeatwaveAugust 2, 2024
I just moved to the Southwest United States near lots of hiking trails. I want to take my dog on the trails my but I have heard there are rattlesnakes in the area. What can I do to help protect my dog?
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Read More Ask Dr. Jenn: How Can I Protect My Dog From Rattlesnakes?August 1, 2024
Due to high levels of salt in seawater, consuming too much can cause your dog to become ill. It’s best to discourage your pet from consuming saltwater and provide access to cool, fresh water while at the beach.
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Read More Heading to the Beach? Remember Saltwater Is Dangerous for Dogs
Jennifer Shepherd received her doctorate of veterinary medicine from Colorado State University in 2000. She completed a small animal medicine and surgery internship at the Ontario Veterinary College before entering private practice. Dr. Shepherd owns Cloquet Animal Hospital in Northern Minnesota where she practices full time.
In her free time she enjoys writing, photography, running and spending time with her husband, three children, two dogs, and one spoiled cat. She is pictured here with her best running dog Apollo, a Portuguese Water Dog who can’t swim but loves playing in snow.
IMPORTANT : If your pet is ill or experiencing a medical emergency, please contact your local veterinarian. Dr. Jenn is not able to answer questions immediately and her answers are more general so that other readers may benefit as well. She is not meant to take the place of your pet’s veterinarian.
August 27, 2024
I've taken her to the vet and give her medications for severe gastritis, but it doesn't seem to be solving the problem. What else can I do?
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Read More Ask Dr. Jenn: My Pomeranian Scoots on the Carpet and Cries. How Can I Help Her?August 2, 2024
I just moved to the Southwest United States near lots of hiking trails. I want to take my dog on the trails my but I have heard there are rattlesnakes in the area. What can I do to help protect my dog?
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Read More Ask Dr. Jenn: How Can I Protect My Dog From Rattlesnakes?July 3, 2024
I've heard about new CDC rabies vaccine travel requirements for dogs. What do I have to do to bring my dog back into the US safely?
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Read More Ask Dr. Jenn: What Are the Rabies Vaccine Travel Requirements for Dogs?August 1, 2024
Every pet, regardless of breed, size, or age, is at risk of overheating when exposed to hot temperatures. Knowing how to spot the signs of overheating and prevent heat-related conditions can keep your pet happy and healthy.
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Read More How Hot Is Too Hot for Pets? Signs of OverheatingJuly 24, 2024
Summer activities can be fun for both you and your pet but it’s important to be aware of safety risks. The right equipment, such as leashes and lifejackets, can help protect your pet.
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Read More Keep Your Pet Safe This Summer with the Right Equipment (Leashes, Lifejackets & More!)July 24, 2024
Dehydration in dogs and cats occurs when an animal’s body loses more water than it takes in. Learn why it’s important to take precautions in the summer, and what to do if your pet becomes dehydrated.
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Read More Preventing Pet Dehydration in the Summer