Our Expert: Denise Maher
Why Does My Dog . . . Roll Onto Her Back When She's Scared?
By Denise Maher | October 10, 2012Have you ever wondered why your normally assertive dog immediately flops onto her back whenever she feels fearful or threatened? According to board-certified veterinary behaviorist Dr. Karen…View Full Post ›
What’s the Deal With . . . Dogs Who Will Only Squat to Pee?
By Denise Maher | September 24, 2012Squatting and leg lifting are acceptable behaviors in dogs of both sexes. You heard right: Males may squat to relieve themselves, and females may choose to lift a leg. Studies suggest that…View Full Post ›
Why Does My Cat ... Refuse to Go For a Walk on a Leash?
By Denise Maher | August 15, 2012It doesn't make sense. Your cat loves to look out the window, but when you bring out the leash, she takes off and hides. What gives? “It’s normal for a cat —…View Full Post ›
Why Does My Dog . . . Panic During Storms?
By Denise Maher | August 6, 2012Whoosh, flash . . . boom! Do thunderstorms make your dog quiver, cower and hide? Experts don’t know why some pups are so bothered by storms, while others don’t flinch, but issues…View Full Post ›
What Does My Dog’s Skin and Fur Say About Her Health?
By Denise Maher | July 8, 2012Does a shiny coat really mean that your pooch is in prime condition? Good-looking hair and skin can be a sign of good general health — just as hair and skin problems can offer clues…View Full Post ›
Why Does My Dog . . . Drool So Much?
By Denise Maher | June 28, 2012All dogs salivate to cool down, but if you have a pup with big or open lips — such as a Boxer or a Bloodhound — you know that these breeds tend to be more drool-y than others.…View Full Post ›
3 Things Every Owner Needs to Know About Senior Pet Health
By Denise Maher | June 11, 2012When it comes to healthy aging in pets, functional age — how young an animal acts, feels and performs — is actually more important than chronological age, or how long your dog or cat has…View Full Post ›
What Can My Cat’s Mouth Tell Me About Her Health?
By Denise Maher | June 7, 2012Kitties benefit greatly from having healthy teeth — especially since a cat’s mouth can be a barometer for overall health. Certain dental conditions may offer early clues about…View Full Post ›
Why Does My Neutered Dog . . . Still Try to Hump Things?
By Denise Maher | May 29, 2012You'd think that once a pet has been neutered, his desire levels would decrease, right? But according to board-certified veterinary behaviorist Dr. Karen Sueda, DVM, of the VCA West Los…View Full Post ›
Why Does My Cat . . . Lick Off Her Fur in Patches?
By Denise Maher | May 7, 2012Cats have a reputation for being precise self-groomers who can sometimes go overboard with their fastidious preening. It’s not uncommon for cat owners, alarmed to find a bald spot near a…View Full Post ›
Why Does My Dog... Push Around His Bowl?
By Denise Maher | April 16, 2012According to Dr. Leslie Larson Cooper, DVM, DACVB, a veterinary behaviorist based in San Francisco, most canine behavior surrounding food is easily reinforced and repeated. Here’s how the…View Full Post ›
What Do My Dog’s Eyes Say About His Health?
By Denise Maher | April 6, 2012Your dog can’t exactly tell you where it hurts, but observant owners can still get clued in to a pet’s possible health problems — by looking closer. The eyes are a great source…View Full Post ›
