Dr. Liz (Elizabeth) Guise graduated from the University of Minnesota with a doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM).
After working as a small animal veterinarian for two years, caring for dogs and cats, she spent 13 years as a veterinary medical officer and auditor of animal food safety systems for the US Department of Agriculture.
Dr. Guise also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Animal Bioscience from Pennsylvania State University in 1990.
The presence of white, cloudy or gray-colored areas on the eye is not normal and can be an indication of a problem. These spots can either be harmless or serious, and if left untreated, they […]
As veterinarians, we often come across dogs with itchy skin or hair loss. These two symptoms combined can be caused by external factors such as parasites like fleas or mites, or internal conditions like skin infections […]
Recently, a client asked me to examine their dog’s red, circular skin spots. After taking samples, I diagnosed the lesions as gnat bites and recommended an itch-relief shampoo to soothe the dog’s skin during bathing. […]
When I was in practice, I occasionally fielded calls from clients concerned because their dog had swollen eyelids. After asking about the dog’s history and symptoms, I sometimes suggested that the owner care for their […]
Inflammation or hemorrhage When a dog has pink-red spots on its eye, it is usually due to inflammation or hemorrhage. Conditions that cause inflammation are varied but may include: Treatments: When inflammation or hemorrhage is […]
Copperheads were common around my hometown when I was growing up. Although I never encountered one, I was taught what to do if I or my dog experienced a venomous snake bite from one. I […]
When I worked as a veterinarian in practice, I got a few visits from clients about bleeding nipples on their dogs. Some were caused by injuries, but others pointed to infections or cancer. To help […]
If you’ve noticed one (or a few) of your dog’s nipples have suddenly turned black, it can be concerning. But there are various reasons for black nipples, and some are nothing to worry about. In […]
While conducting a routine exam on a patient, I noticed a few of his teeth were brown. I checked his record and discovered that he hadn’t had a dental cleaning in a few years. So, […]
One day, a dog parent called me because he saw what he termed, “a small, dark hole,” on his furbaby’s abdomen in place of the nipple. After asking some questions, I told him it sounded […]
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