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Christine Caplan, CVT

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Christy is a certified vet tech, writer, editor, copywriter, earned media specialist, blogger, and storyteller. She works with national publications, brands, and veterinary experts on stories that educate pet owners and chicken keepers.

Christine Caplan, CVT

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Christine Caplan, CVT

The Search for a Dog

Dogs

Breeds

American hairless terrier: Dog breed characteristics & care

6

min read

Jan 7, 2025

Cats

Breeds

Russian blue: Cat breed characteristics & care

10

min read

Dec 19, 2024

Healthy Canine Living

Dogs

Food & Nutrition

DIY dog treats: 3 all-natural recipes for pet parents to try

min read

Nov 25, 2024

Canine Health Problems

Dogs

Health

How to identify and treat impetigo in puppies

9

min read

Nov 12, 2024

Can My Pet Have This

Dogs

Food & Nutrition

Can dogs eat crickets?

6

min read

Nov 12, 2024

Canine Health Problems

Dogs

Health

How to treat dandruff in dogs: DIY techniques and tips

min read

Nov 12, 2024

Dog Parent Basics

Dogs

General Ownership

Why are dogs so cute?

min read

Nov 12, 2024

Dog Parent Must Knows

Dogs

Food & Nutrition

A guide to taurine — a dietary supplement for some dogs

min read

Nov 12, 2024

Cat Parent Must Knows

Dogs

Care

Should you pluck your dog’s ear hair?

8

min read

Nov 12, 2024

The Search for a Dog

Dogs

Breeds

Standard poodle: Dog breed characteristics & care

min read

Nov 12, 2024

The Search for a Dog

Dogs

Breeds

Miniature poodle: Dog breed characteristics & care

min read

Nov 12, 2024

Dog Parent Must Knows

Dogs

Health

Signs of stress and anxiety in dogs

min read

Nov 11, 2024

Pets Safety

Dogs

Care

Foxtails are very dangerous to your dog

5

min read

Nov 11, 2024

Canine Health Problems

Dogs

Care

Everything you need to know about retained teeth in puppies

5

min read

Nov 11, 2024

Dog Parent Basics

Dogs

Behavior & Training

Basic obedience training for dogs and puppies

6

min read

Sep 29, 2024

Canine Health Problems

Dogs

Health

A guide to flea allergy dermatitis (FAD) in dogs

min read

Mar 26, 2024

The Search for a Dog

Dogs

Breeds

Dog breeds by size: Which is right for you?

19

min read

Mar 7, 2024

Can My Pet Have This

Dogs

Food & Nutrition

Can dogs eat oranges?

11

min read

Mar 1, 2024

Can My Pet Have This

Dogs

Food & Nutrition

Can my dog have grapes or raisins?

min read

Feb 12, 2024

Fun for Dog Parents

Dogs

Care

The 10 best ideas for Valentine’s Day dog treats in 2024

13

min read

Jan 31, 2024

The Search for a Dog

Dogs

Breeds

10 fun facts about poodles

9

min read

Jan 8, 2024

Puppyhood

Dogs

Care

Surviving your puppy’s first year: A guide to puppy life stages

28

min read

Dec 5, 2023

Savvy Shopping

Dogs

Food & Nutrition

7 best automatic dog feeders for 2023, approved by vets

9

min read

Nov 15, 2023

Canine Health Problems

Dogs

Health

How to tell if your dog pulled a muscle

8

min read

Oct 19, 2023

Canine Health Problems

Dogs

Health

Ear infections in dogs: Signs, causes, and treatment

7

min read

Oct 19, 2023

Fun for Dog Parents

Dogs

General Ownership

5 famous cartoon dogs

8

min read

Oct 15, 2023

Canine Health Problems

Dogs

Health

A complete guide to Cushing’s disease in dogs

min read

Oct 13, 2023

Canine Health Problems

Dogs

Health

Here’s how to identify and treat ringworm in dogs

16

min read

Aug 29, 2023

Canine Health Problems

Dogs

Health

Anal gland problems in dogs: Signs, treatments, and prevention

min read

Aug 29, 2023

Savvy Shopping

Dogs

Care

The 5 best shampoos for dog dandruff, according to vets

7

min read

Feb 1, 2023

Feline Health Problems

Cats

Health

How do you know your cat is fat?

min read

Jan 30, 2023

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