Articles by Jennifer Gauntt
Jennifer Gauntt
Jennifer Gauntt, MA, is the communications director at Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, where she covers scientific advancements in pet heath and behavior. This story was originally published by Pet Talk, a service of the College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University. Original stories can be viewed on the web at vetmed.tamu.edu/news/pet-talkopens in a new tab. May be edited for style and length.
![Close up of red headed woman holding a black dog's face showing his teeth]()
healthThey’re Just Like Us: Dogs Get Gingivitis
Dogs can suffer from gum disease, too. Here’s how to prevent it.
Dogs can suffer from gum disease, too. Here’s how to prevent it.
![woman with red hair holds senior Pomeranian dog]()
healthHow to Take Care of a Senior Dog
As dogs age, it’s important to recognize both physical and mental changes they may be experiencing.
As dogs age, it’s important to recognize both physical and mental changes they may be experiencing.
![A dog and a cat eating from the same food dish.]()
healthHelp Your Chonky Pet Lose Weight
This National Pet Obesity Awareness Day, here are pro tips to help make sure your pet isn’t packing on too many pounds.
This National Pet Obesity Awareness Day, here are pro tips to help make sure your pet isn’t packing on too many pounds.
![Basset hound dog in hands of owner sitting outdoor playing with his large ears holding spread in hand]()
healthA Pain in the Ear: What to Know About Dog Ear Infections
Dogs are especially at risk for ear infections. Here’s what to look out for.
Dogs are especially at risk for ear infections. Here’s what to look out for.
healthWhat’s This Weird Red Bump On My Dog’s Eye?
That would be a cherry eye, and you’ll want to see your vet.
That would be a cherry eye, and you’ll want to see your vet.
- the bark
Working Out Dog Weight Loss
Watching your pet’s weight is vital, and there are ways to make sure your dog is not packing on too many pounds.
Watching your pet’s weight is vital, and there are ways to make sure your dog is not packing on too many pounds.
![A man holding a dogs face in his hands.]()
healthHow to Manage Eye Inflammation in Dogs
This natural remedy may prove to be a key for managing symptoms without side effects.
This natural remedy may prove to be a key for managing symptoms without side effects.
![Heart Murmur]()
healthHeart Murmurs in Dogs: Canine Cardiac Murmurs
When there’s an extra whooshing sound as the heart beats, that’s a heart murmur. Here’s what you need to know.
When there’s an extra whooshing sound as the heart beats, that’s a heart murmur. Here’s what you need to know.
