Articles by Dr. Alycia Washington, DVM, MS
Dr. Alycia Washington, DVM, MS
Alycia Washington, DVM, is a small animal emergency veterinarian based in North Carolina. She works as a relief veterinarianopens in a new tab and provides services to numerous emergency and specialty hospitals. Dr. Washington is also a children’s book author and freelance writer with a focus on veterinary medicine. She has a special fondness for turtles, honey bees, and penguins — none of which she treats. In her free time, Dr. Washington enjoys travel, good food, and good enough coffee.
And if so, what kind?
And how to help them heal.
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There are a few factors to consider.
That is not a treat, pal.
They’re pretty to look at, but can your cat be an admirer?
Squirmy puppy, shampoo, water—quite the adventure.
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When to see a vet and when you shouldn’t panic.
Learn what nutrients are a must for your new little one.
And how to know if they have one.
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Are Hibiscus Plants Toxic to Your Dog?
They’re bright and pretty—just like your pup. But are they safe?
They’re bright and pretty—just like your pup. But are they safe?
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health5 Common Types of Cancer in Cats, Symptoms, and Treatments
Learn how to spot the early signs to how to treat them.
Learn how to spot the early signs to how to treat them.
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Here’s how to deal with cat constipation.
What you need to know.
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health5 Development Stages You Should Know When You Get a Puppy
It’s like What to Expect When You’re Expecting, except add “four little paws to run around your house” to the title.
It’s like What to Expect When You’re Expecting, except add “four little paws to run around your house” to the title.
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Kitten Teething: Do Kittens Lose Their Teeth?
Get those little chompers ready for the kitten tooth fairy.
Get those little chompers ready for the kitten tooth fairy.
They can’t be saying no that much.
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And what to look for week by week.
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healthWhat to Do If Your Cat Gets Stung By a Bee
It’s not always as simple as removing the stinger. Find out everything you need to know.
It’s not always as simple as removing the stinger. Find out everything you need to know.
It seriously sounds like another human being is in the room.
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healthHow Long Can Dogs Go Without Eating?
If you ask them, they would say they should be eating always. But here’s the truth.
If you ask them, they would say they should be eating always. But here’s the truth.
You shouldn’t make them cross their legs for long!
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Can Cats Have ADHD?
A question you may be asking after you observe any number of their behaviors...
A question you may be asking after you observe any number of their behaviors...
How does that taste, bud?
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health5 Development Stages You Should Know When You Get a Kitten
What to expect from birth to 16 months.
What to expect from birth to 16 months.
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healthCan Puppies Lose Their Teeth? Baby Teeth In Puppies
Whether you should save them for the tooth fairy is another issue entirely.
Whether you should save them for the tooth fairy is another issue entirely.
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healthWhy Does My Dog Throw Up Yellow Bile?
It’s not a pretty sight, but it’s important to know what’s going on.
It’s not a pretty sight, but it’s important to know what’s going on.
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Dogs rule, cats drool. Like, that’s normal, right?
Well, for one thing, you should know about “garbage gut.”
What to do to help them cool down and feel better.
Time to go to the doggie dermatologist!
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healthKidney Disease in Cats: Symptoms, Signs, and Treatments
If you notice some of these things, talk to your vet.
If you notice some of these things, talk to your vet.
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healthRingworms in Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prognosis
Well, it’s not a fun thing to deal with, for starters.
Well, it’s not a fun thing to deal with, for starters.
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Here are the signs to look out for.
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healthWhy Does My Cat Have Dandruff? Common Causes and Treatments
Ever heard of “walking dandruff?” Yep, that’s what we said.
Ever heard of “walking dandruff?” Yep, that’s what we said.
