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Author: Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS

Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS, is a veterinarian with nearly 30 years of experience in companion animal practice. Dr. Elliott earned her Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery from the University of Glasgow. She was also designated a Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. Married with 2 grown-up kids, Dr. Elliott has a naughty Puggle named Poggle, 3 cats and a bearded dragon.
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How to Switch Your Dog’s Food Gradually, Without Tummy Upsets

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSJul 10, 2023August 27, 2023

Follow this expert guide to transition your dog to a new food over the course of at least 1 week. Here’s what you need to know.

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Putting Your Dog in a Costume? Follow These Dog Costume Tips.

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSOct 29, 2021October 29, 2021

Here are some important dog costume tips that everyone should follow to keep their pets safe and comfortable in their costumes.

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8 Things to Know About Cherry Eye (Including How It’s Treated)

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSOct 13, 2020October 12, 2020

Despite its sometimes angry-red appearance, cherry eye is not painful for dogs.

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Do Dogs Like Hugs? Is It OK to Kiss Your Dog? Get the Facts.

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSSep 14, 2020September 14, 2020

Hugging an unwilling dog puts them under stress — which means they may bite next.

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What to Do When Your Cat Refuses to Use the Litter Box

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSAug 26, 2020April 3, 2022

If your cat refuses to use the litter box, don’t ignore it. The longer this goes on, the more established it becomes. Here’s what to do.

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Dog Burping: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know (And More)

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSJul 15, 2020July 15, 2020

Unless there are other signs of ill health, it’s normal for dogs to burp. Here’s some advice — including what to do if the burping becomes excessive.

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What Does It Mean When a Kitten Is Eating Litter?

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSJul 1, 2020June 30, 2020

Young kittens like to put things in their mouth. Sometimes that might mean a kitten is eating cat litter. Here are a few thoughts on what might be going on.

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Doggy Sunglasses: Does Your Pup Need Eye Protection?

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSJun 25, 2020February 22, 2022

There are specific circumstances where dogs may indeed benefit from wearing doggy sunglasses or goggles. Here’s what you need to know.

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Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA): A Cause of Blindness in Dogs

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSJun 16, 2020June 17, 2020

If your pet is having trouble navigating or keeps bumping into things, PRA might be a possible cause.

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Are Steroids Safe for Cats and Dogs? (It’s About Benefits vs. Risk.)

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSJun 7, 2020June 8, 2020

Steroids have a bad reputation, but they can potentially do a lot of good for your pet if used responsibly.

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