Articles by Dr. Shelby Neely, DVM
Dr. Shelby Neely, DVM
Dr. Shelby Neely is a freelance writer and veterinarian who graduated from The University of Pennsylvania and has practiced veterinary medicine for 30 years. She has found homes for hundreds of stray pets and has two cats as well as four grand-dogs and two grand-cats. In her spare time, Dr. Neely likes to be with her three children, their dogs and cats, and her own two cats. She also likes to see as many Broadway shows as possible.
Smelly cat, smelly cat, why are you so gassy?
- health
Why Are Your Dog’s Eyes Red? Learn What Causes Red Eyes and How to Treat Them
Everything you need to know to keep your dog safe and healthy.
Everything you need to know to keep your dog safe and healthy.
- nutrition | Can My Dog Eat This?
Can Dogs Eat Zucchini? How to Feed This Veggie to Your Pup
What should know before adding this food to your pup’s diet.
What should know before adding this food to your pup’s diet.
- nutrition
Do Cats Need Wet Food? Find Out if It’s Best for Them or Not
We outline everything you need to know about wet vs. dry cat food and more.
We outline everything you need to know about wet vs. dry cat food and more.
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healthMange in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment for the Canine Skin Condition
Cool, cool, cool (heavy sarcasm here). These are some steps you can take.
Cool, cool, cool (heavy sarcasm here). These are some steps you can take.
- nutrition | Can My Dog Eat This?
Can Dogs Eat Pistachios? Find Out if They Are Toxic
It’s not exactly an easy answer.
It’s not exactly an easy answer.
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healthAre Pothos Toxic to Cats? Find Out if Your Cat Can Eat Them
House plants are great, but so is keeping your cat safe.
House plants are great, but so is keeping your cat safe.
Fruit salad, anyone?
- health
Are Spider Plants Toxic to Dogs? Find Out If This Plant Is Safe
They’re cute for home decor, but what about for your dog?
They’re cute for home decor, but what about for your dog?
- health
What Is a Cat’s Primordial Pouch? Learn About This Feature on Cats
Before you put your cat on a diet—read this.
Before you put your cat on a diet—read this.
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Learn what you can do to help your dog.
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healthA Guide to Worms in Cats: Learn the Signs and Treatment Options
How to detect and treat worms to keep your cat healthy.
How to detect and treat worms to keep your cat healthy.
- health
Why Does Your Dog Squint at You? Learn What This Means About Them
Are they trying to tell you something, or what?
Are they trying to tell you something, or what?
- behavior
Why Is Your Cat Sticking Their Tongue Out? What This Means and What You Should Do
Most reasons are harmless, but some are cause for concern.
Most reasons are harmless, but some are cause for concern.
- health
Why Is Your Dog Shaking In Their Sleep? Learn If This Is Normal
We detail everything you need to know about this common dog-sleep behavior.
We detail everything you need to know about this common dog-sleep behavior.
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health7 Reasons Why Your Puppy Keeps Throwing Up and What to Do About It
Here are common reasons why puppies throw up.
Here are common reasons why puppies throw up.
- behavior
Why Do Cats Chirp? Find Out What This Means For You and Your Cat
We explore the main reasons why this occurs and what you can do about it.
We explore the main reasons why this occurs and what you can do about it.
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healthKitten Constipation: What to Do When Your Kitten Can’t Poop
It’s more common than you’d think. Here’s how you can help your kitty.
It’s more common than you’d think. Here’s how you can help your kitty.
- behavior
Why Is Your Dog Side-Eyeing You? Learn What This Means
It’s kind of goofy, but there may actually be a reason they’re doing it.
It’s kind of goofy, but there may actually be a reason they’re doing it.
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behavior7 Reasons Why Your Dog Is Following You to the Bathroom
Having a loyal companion is great, but sometimes you just need some privacy.
Having a loyal companion is great, but sometimes you just need some privacy.
- behavior
Why Is Your Dog Barking in Their Sleep? Should You Be Concerned, or Is This Normal?
Learn the difference between when it’s cute and when it’s troubling.
Learn the difference between when it’s cute and when it’s troubling.
- nutrition | Can My Dog Eat This?
Can Dogs Eat Lettuce?
Learn if they can get in on some of your salad.
Learn if they can get in on some of your salad.
It’s normal, except when it’s loud.
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healthThe Best Way to Give Cats Liquid Medicine
We know — it’s hard. Check out our step-by-step guide.
We know — it’s hard. Check out our step-by-step guide.
- health
Why Does My Dog Cough After Drinking Water?
An expert weighs in on when it’s totally fine, and when you should start to worry.
An expert weighs in on when it’s totally fine, and when you should start to worry.
- health
Why Does My Puppy’s Breath Stink?
What happened to that adorable puppy breath? We explain everything.
What happened to that adorable puppy breath? We explain everything.
Let’s figure out this unsettling mystery.
Our experts explain.
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Here's what you need to get rid of that cough.
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healthPuppy Diarrhea: Possible Causes and What to Do About It
Diarrhea in puppies can be caused by many things.
Diarrhea in puppies can be caused by many things.
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healthTop 6 Reasons Why Your Dog Is Itching and Losing Hair
No fleas, but still itching? Here’s (maybe) why.
No fleas, but still itching? Here’s (maybe) why.
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healthCan You Bathe Your Kitten? A Step-By-Step Guide to Bathing Your Kitten Safely
Bathe your kitten safely and effectively.
Bathe your kitten safely and effectively.
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healthHot Spots in Dogs: What Are They, How to Treat Them, and How They Compare to Ringworm
From home treatments to holistic methods—and when to call a vet.
From home treatments to holistic methods—and when to call a vet.
![Man looking at his orange cat while it turns it's back to him.]()
healthWhy Do My Cat’s Anal Glands Smell?
No, it’s not normal. Here’s what it means, and what you should do.
No, it’s not normal. Here’s what it means, and what you should do.
![Man hugging his large fluffy black dog outside.]()
healthPlaque vs. Tartar in Dogs’ Teeth
Understand the difference to take steps to eliminate them both.
Understand the difference to take steps to eliminate them both.
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And flowers that aren’t safe, too.
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healthMy Dog Has Diarrhea but Is Acting Fine: What to Know
Understand their problem, and make an informed health decision.
Understand their problem, and make an informed health decision.
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And when to visit your veterinarian.
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nutritionCan You Give Dogs Pedialyte?
Spoiler alert: It’s not necessarily good for your dehydrated dog.
Spoiler alert: It’s not necessarily good for your dehydrated dog.
![Poodle dog scratching an itch outside in the grass.]()
health3 Reasons Why Your Dog Is Itching So Much
A little bit of itching? Totally normal. However, excessive scratching requires a diagnosis.
A little bit of itching? Totally normal. However, excessive scratching requires a diagnosis.
![Woman holding her Corgi dog in her lap while she brushes it's teeth.]()
healthDog Tartar Removal: How to Clean Your Dog’s Teeth
Everything you need to know about dog tarter and dental health.
Everything you need to know about dog tarter and dental health.
![Cat licking it's behind in bed.]()
healthUnderstanding Cat Anal Glands and Cat Anal Gland Discharge
We cover everything you need to know.
We cover everything you need to know.
- behavior
Is Your Female Dog Humping? Here’s Why It’s Actually Normal
Take these steps to respond to the problem.
Take these steps to respond to the problem.
