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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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