Recent Kinship articles by Dr. Shea Cox, DVM, CVPP, CHPV
Everything you need to know about the potentially deadly disease
How to take precautions for your pup when temperatures rise
Don’t panic! In most cases, it’s nothing to worry about
Make sure your dog doesn’t over-indulge and develop this potentially life-threatening disease
Dr Shea Cox warns pet parents about the unexpected dangers of dog bones
Chasing their tails, eating grass and rolling in rubbish – should you worry?
Veterinarian Dr Shea Cox on how to take your dog’s temperature, find their pulse and check their heart rate
Veterinarian Dr Shea Cox on how to assess your dog’s eyes, ears, nose and mouth
Expert solutions for your pup’s flatulence
It’s no laughing matter. Try these at-home treatments – and if they don’t work, take your dog to the vet ASAP
Veterinarian Dr Shea Cox on how to properly examine your dog’s stomach and musculoskeletal system
Don’t freak out. Emergency room veterinarian Dr Shea Cox will walk you through what to do
Chasing their tails, eating grass and rolling in rubbish – should you worry?
Unfortunately, we're talking about a ‘summer sore’, not a trendy east London nightclub
The goo in that green-and-orange bottle can cause serious harm – get your dog to the vet ASAP
A vet on what to do when ‘anal sacs go bad’
From how to get the stinger out at home to when it’s time to go to the vet
Vet Dr Shea Cox separates fact from fiction when it comes to low-shedding breeds
A vet explains when you can treat the injury at home – and when it’s best to seek professional help
From bloody poo to diarrhoea – all your dog’s poo problems explained
If your dog drinks from puddles or splashes around in streams, read this
Consider it the mother of all dog emergencies – if your dog has it, take them to the vet ASAP. Learn how to spot the condition and how it’s treated
Don’t make this dangerous mistake when picking out flea prevention products
Five tips to help your pup have fun in the sun – safely
Dogs can get tetanus, too – and not just from rusty nails
Here’s how to spot the eye condition and help your dog see more clearly
If you have an older dog, they could have a condition called idiopathic vestibular disease. Here’s everything you need to know
Keep your pup’s weight down, and you could add years to their life. What’s better than that?
Found a tick on your dog? A veterinarian breaks down everything you need to know
It may protect your plants, but at what cost? A veterinarian explains how this toxin may keep your garden safe – but it’s extremely toxic to dogs. Here’s everything you need to know
Hint: those ‘grass-saving’ supplements for dogs don’t work – and may even harm your pup
Certain symptoms could mean your dog is battling a potentially fatal condition called haemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE). Here’s everything you need to know
Learn about the causes and what to do for a choking dog
It might be a sign of a bigger issue
Veterinarian Dr Shea Cox on how to get comfortable checking your dog’s breathing, respiratory rate and skin hydration
Lay the groundwork for quick, low-stress treatment.
It looks cute, but the sago palm is deadly for dogs. Here's everything you need to know.
From (human) prescription meds to poinsettia plants, these "toxic" items may not be so bad for your pup.
Active yeast puts dogs at risk for obstruction and alcohol poisoning.
