Animal Hospital Offers Dogs Chocolate “Goodbye Kisses” In Their Final Moments
“This jar is reserved for our euthanasia appointments…because no dog should go to Heaven without tasting chocolate.“
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Dina Fantegrossi
Dina Fantegrossi is a retired veterinary technician with 18 years of hands-on experience helpings dogs, cats, and exotic pets feel their best. She used her creative skills as an avid reader and hobbyist writer to produce educational materials and manage the social media pages at her veterinary clinic. From there, Dina began freelance writing for sites, such as BarkPost and Cattitude Daily before joining the iHeartDogs team.
Dina currently has two-and-a-half dogs:
- Finch, a senior Poodle mix rescued from a hoarding case in Columbia, SC.
- Kio, a senior Chihuahua rescued as a Hawaiian street dog and brought to SC by his former owner, who sadly passed away, leaving Kio at risk in a kill shelter.
- And Sissy, a rescued backyard breeding dog from rural SC. Sissy is technically Dina’s current foster dog, but she has been with the family for more than two years now!
Expertise: Pets, Science, Veterinary Medicine, Animal Rescue & Rehab
Education:
Coastal Carolina University, BS in Biology & Chemistry
St. George’s University School of Veterinary Medicine
Location: Myrtle Beach, SCI
Title: Assistant Editor
Articles by Dina Fantegrossi
Gastrointestinal Obstructions In Dogs: What Every Owner Needs To Know
Gastrointestinal obstructions in dogs are quite common. Heres what you need to know to protect your pup from this potentially deadly condition.
Read More Dog Digestive HealthDevoted Veteran & Therapy Dog Pair Honored For National Service Dog Month
The VFW is honoring Julian King and his beloved service dog, Mocha this month for their dedication to the community of Coos Bay, Oregon.
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesAlaska Man & His Dog Walk The Equivalent Of A Full Lap Around The Earth
Together, Mike Mitchell and his dog have walked more than 24,900 miles around their community—the equivalent of the Earth's circumference!
Read More Amazing Dog StoriesFirst U.S. Airport Brings In COVID-Sniffing Dogs To Detect Infected Employees
Cobra, a Belgian Malinois, and One Betta, a Dutch Shepherd, are specially trained to detect COVID-19 in humans just by sniffing their masks.
Read More Dog NewsThe Healthy Hound Newsletter #69
In This Issue ● Healthy Things To Sneak Into Your Dog’s Food ● How To Shop For Pet Insurance ● Dog Euthanized Without Permission ● Labs Deemed “Naughtiest Breed” ● The Heartbreaking Reality Of The Vet Field ● 5 Ways To Fight Fall Allergies
Read More Dog Health7 Ways Pet Parents Can Help Control Their Dog Allergies
Millions of people endure their dog allergies in order to share their lives with pets. Luckily, there are many ways to help control your symptoms!
Read More Dog AllergiesFacing Euthanasia, Local Shelter Offers Dog Dad Hope For His Injured Pup
When Ollie was hit by a car, a vet told her dad euthanasia was the only option. But he was about to meet some compassionate animal heroes!
Read More Heartwarming Dog StoriesThe Healthy Hound Newsletter #68
In This Issue ● Urinary Tract Infections ● Lumps & Bumps ● Brain Damage At Routine Vet Visit ● Do Dogs Understand Speech? ● Dangerous Dog Food ● Canine Sun Protection
Read More Dog HealthThe Healthy Hound Newsletter #67
In This Issue ● Ticks On The Rise ● Heart Attacks In Dogs ● US Bans Dogs From 113 Countries ● Has The Pandemic Changed Your Dog? ● The #1 Question Vets Hear ● Restaurants With Doggy Menus
Read More Dog HealthLow-Noise Fireworks Exist, So Why Won’t We Use Them?
The technology to make fireworks far less frightening to our pets has been around for more than 30 years, but very few Americans use it.
Read More Dog NewsThe Healthy Hound Newsletter #66
In This Issue ● Pandemic Weight Gain ● Lungworms ● Gov Kills Anti-Cruelty Bill ● Signs Your Dog Trusts You ● Symptoms To Never Ignore ● Can Dogs Eat Cicadas?
Read More Dog Health5 Signs Your Dog Just Had A Stroke (And What To Do)
Recognizing the signs of stroke in dogs can be difficult, but early detection can mean the difference between a full recovery and permanent damage or death.
Read More Dog HealthThe Healthy Hound Newsletter #64
In This Issue ● Are Small Dogs More Aggressive? ● Does Aggression Increase With Age? ● New Mom Euthanizes "Aggressive" Dog ● Are Grumpy Dogs Smarter? ● Every First Letter Capitalized ● May Is Microchip Month
Read More Dog HealthThe Healthy Hound Newsletter #62
In This Issue ● Are Dog Years Real? ● Hybrid Dog vs. Mutt ● Why Grapes Are Toxic To Dogs ● 8 Ways You Annoy Your Dog ● Is Your Vet Doing A Good Job? ● Protect Your Dog From These 7 Bugs
Read More Dog HealthThe Healthy Hound Newsletter #61
In This Issue ● Signs You Are Bathing Your Dog Wrong ● Is Your Dog At Risk For Canine Distemper? ● Dog Stops Traffic To Save Her Human ● The 5 Dog Personality Types ● Benadryl For Anxiety ● Can Dogs Share Your Easter Feast?
Read More Dog HealthThe Healthy Hound Newsletter #60
In This Issue ● Aspirin For Dogs ● Benadryl For Dogs ● Scientifically Cutest Breeds ● Your Personality Affects Behavior ● How To Pick Best Flea Product ● National K9 Veteran's Day
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