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As a professional devoted to canine issues (owner and editor of dog-health-info) I’m more than happy to answer questions about dog health problems (i.e. dental care, ear care, worms, allergies, constipation, arthritis, diabetes ect), behavior issues, training and grooming. A couple of notes: -When asking a question, please mark it public so others can benefit from reading the answer -If you have questions about medication dosing, please ask your vet
Experience in the area
I’m the owner and editor of dog-health-info, created to give dog owners quality information about their canine’s health. I spend hundreds of hours researching issues that effect dogs. Plus, on a personal note, I have the experience of owning dogs my entire life.
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Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Science Degree
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Recent Answers from Nicki
2008-05-10 Itching:
Thank you for your question. I also have a German Shepard – they are just wonderful dogs! Here’s my advice: Kane’s issue: Shepards are very active – do you ever take them on rough terrain (hiking
2008-05-08 Potty training.:
Although your puppy sounds very well behaved, it’s important to remember that she’s still young. Some puppies aren’t completely potty trained until 6-12 months. Dogs this age are still learning how to
2008-05-06 Help with Daschund training:
Sounds really frustrating! Although it appears your Daschund was doing a great job with housetraining, she’s still quite young. With potty training, sometimes a puppy will regress before making more
2008-02-06 Urinating from excitement:
I can see how that would be problematic! Here’s what I would try: When you have visitors, put the dog outside. Slowly have your visitors go outside. I’m anticipating your dog will get excited and
2008-02-04 anal glands expressed but still scooting:
The symptoms you describe could also be tapeworm. Do you have your dog on a worm and parasite monthly medication? If your vet determines that it’s tapeworm, don’t worry…it’s very treatable (here’s an
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