Author & Practicing Veterinarian

Dr. Rebecca MacMillan

Rebecca MacMillan VetMed MRCVS is a companion animal veterinarian and surgeon who has always had a passion for writing and client communication. Since her graduation from England’s Royal Veterinary college in 2009, she has gained a wealth of experience in first opinion small animal practice, in both clinical and managerial roles.

dog holding dahlia flower in mouth laying in the grass

Help, My Dog Ate Dahlias! Are Dahlias Toxic Or Harmful To Dogs?

Person holding a handful of raspberries in front a of a dog looking up

Can Dogs Eat Raspberries?

Small with dog snout sniffing a sliced lime on a table

Can Dogs Eat Limes? Are They Safe For Dogs?

Dog being fed a pea pod outside

Can Dogs Eat Peas? Benefits & Potential Risks

Bulldog sniffing a bowl of cracked eggshells on a wood table

Can Dogs Eat Eggshells?

Dog snout with bowl of olives

Can Dogs Eat Olives? Are They Toxic?

A dog eating bread from the hand of owner

Can Dogs Eat Bread?

Woman with marshmallow on stick with dog

Can Dogs Eat Marshmallows?

Dog on hike trying to eat a granola bar

Can Dogs Eat Protein Bars? Are They Safe?

Husky looking dog sniffing Sago Palm in pot

Help, My Dog Ate Sago Palm! What To Do & Symptoms

Frightened cat defends itself and attacking dog walking outdoors

My Dog Got Scratched By A Cat. Should I Be Worried?

Dog with special needs wearing a diaper lying down on a couch at home

Urinary Incontinence In Dogs: Types, Prognosis, Treatment & Causes

Welsh corgi pembroke dog walking nicely on a leash with an owner during a walk in the city

How Often Should I Walk My Dog Each Day?

Person holding dog

My Dog Is Breathing Heavily Through Their Nose. What Should I Do?

Brown dog with person showing tick in fur

Yuck! I Just Found A Tick On My Dog! Should I Be Worried? How Do I Safely Remove It?

Brown greyhound with a bowl of almonds

Yikes! My Dog Just Ate Almonds! What Should I Do Now?

Man spraying grass in a flowerbed in his yard with weed killer watched by his cute little golden cocker spaniel dog in a high angle view

Is Roundup Safe For Dogs? A Vet’s Expert Advice On Weed Killer

Measuring cup, bowl with dry food and toys for dogs on the orange background

How Much Food Should I Feed My Dog? A Life Stage Guide

Black dog looking at a bowl of Spaghetti

Yikes! My Dog Just Ate Spaghetti! What Should I Do Now?

Sick Dog with Tumor

Cancer In Dogs: Types, Prognosis, Treatment & Prevention

Pug sniffing goldfish crackers on the ground

Can Dogs Eat Goldfish Crackers? Are They Safe For Dogs?

Overweight big dog

Overweight & Obese Dogs: Signs, Related Health Conditions & Tips For Weight Loss

Dog with bowl of food and cranberries

Can Dogs Eat Cranberries? A Vet’s Analysis of Risks and Benefits

Sick dog under a blue blanket

What To Give A Dog For Upset Stomach

Small dog in field of kale

Can Dogs Eat Kale? A Vet’s Analysis of Risks and Benefits

Dog snout in pile of Brussels sprouts

Can Dogs Eat Brussels Sprouts? A Vet’s Analysis of Risks and Benefits

My Dog Only Eats Once A Day – Should I Be Concerned?

Dog sitting at table with glass of Sparkling water in a wine glass and a bib with plate of fancy food

Can Dogs Drink Sparkling Water?

Dog holding a basket of Fruits and Vegetables

51 Fruits and Vegetables Dogs Can and Can’t Eat

Dog Ate Raw Bacon

My Dog Just Ate Raw Bacon! Is Uncooked Bacon Harmful To Dogs?

Guilty Dog Ate Drywall

My Dog Just Ate Drywall! What Should I Do Now?

Dog Eating Petunias

Help! My Dog Just Ate Petunias! What Should I Do Now?

Dog Ate Cat Poop

My Dog Just Ate Cat Poop! What Should I Do Now?

Dog After Eating Coffee Grounds

My Dog Ate Coffee Grounds! What Should I Do Next?

Dog Ate Loaf of Bread

My Dog Just Ate An Entire Loaf Of Bread! What Should I Do Now?

Small Brown Dog Eating Apple From Tree

Can Dogs Eat Apples? Are Apples Safe or Toxic to Dogs?

Dog Ate Cardboard

My Dog Just Ate Cardboard! Will Cardboard Harm My Dog?

Can Dogs Eat Potatoes

Can Dogs Eat Potatoes? Are Potatoes Safe For Dogs To Eat Regularly?

Can Dogs Eat Corn

Can Dogs Eat Corn? Is Corn Safe For Dogs to Eat Regularly?

Can Dogs Eat Grapefruit

Can Dogs Eat Grapefruit? Is Grapefruit Safe Or Toxic To Dogs?

Dog Ate Oleander

My Dog Just Ate an Oleander Bush! Are Oleanders Toxic To Dogs?

Dog Ate Bacon Grease

Gross! My Dog Just Ate Bacon Grease! What Should I Do Now?