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Preventing Seizures in Dogs and Cats
August 20, 2025
Not all cat and dog seizures are preventable, but many are. Learn to protect your pet from these frightening attacks.
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Lifestyle
Summertime Risks of Snake Bites for Dogs
August 20, 2025
Summer can pose serious health risks to dogs, including encounters with snakes. Learn how to keep your dog safe from dangerous snakes and how to respond if your pet is bitten.
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Diet
Pet Owner's Guide to Reading Pet Food Labels
August 20, 2025
Pet food labels can be difficult to understand. Learning to read ingredient lists can help you choose the best food for your pet’s health and nutritional needs.
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Lifestyle
Hit the Road With Your Pet This Summer
August 4, 2025
Summertime fun often includes road trips. But if you want to share the fun with your pet, read this first.
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Grooming
Tips on Handling Cat Shedding
August 4, 2025
Shedding can be a stressful experience for both cats and their owners. Learn how to handle cat shedding through regular grooming and simple lifestyle changes.
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Lifestyle
Enjoy a Cooler, Safer Summer With Your Pet
August 4, 2025
It's cool to keep your pet safe and comfortable this summer! Check out these tips for helping dogs and cats have a safe and fun summer.
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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.
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Ask Dr. Jenn: How Do I Care for an Orphaned Bunny?
July 30, 2025
I found a nest of orphaned bunnies in my yard. How can I take care of them? What should I do to help?
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Ask Dr. Jenn: Are Wild Mushrooms Dangerous for My Dog?
July 1, 2025
I've seen a lot of mushrooms growing in my yard lately where my dog likes to play. Are mushrooms bad for dogs? Should I be worried if he eats one of them?
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Ask Dr. Jenn: What Is Causing My Dog's Diarrhea?
May 22, 2025
My dog is having watery diarrhea. I tried the boiled chicken and rice approach, and he is still having issues. Could the diarrhea be caused by an allergy to chicken, which is his main source of daily food?
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Behavior & Training
Keep Your Dog or Cat Safe at the Pool
August 4, 2025
Your pet may enjoy cooling off in and around the pool, but its well being is your responsibility. Learn the basics of pet pool safety.
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Ask Dr. Jenn: How Do I Care for an Orphaned Bunny?
July 30, 2025
I found a nest of orphaned bunnies in my yard. How can I take care of them? What should I do to help?
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Behavior & Training
Understanding Horse Behavior: Tips for Better Communication
July 15, 2025
Understanding horse behavior can help owners and riders better care for their equine friends. Horses communicate in a variety of ways, such as noises, body movements, and eye expressions.
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