Dr. Candy Akers, DVM, Author at Can My Dog Eat That

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Can Dogs Taste Sweet? A Vet’s Guide to Dogs and Sugar Sensitivity

Can Dogs Taste Sweet? A Vet's Guide to Dogs and Sugar Sensitivity. Learn from experts about your pet's taste buds and sugar tolerance.

Can Dogs Taste Salt? Understanding Canine Taste Receptors — Vet Authored

Explore the fascinating world of canine taste receptors. Can dogs taste salt? Get all your answers from trusted vet-authored content.

Can Dogs Taste Spicy Foods? Insights from a Veterinary Perspective

Can dogs taste spicy foods? Learn about their taste buds, reactions, and safety concerns. A must-read for pet owners!

Can Dogs Taste Food Like Humans? What Kind of Tastes

Explore if dogs taste food like humans and what kind of flavors they can detect. Learn about your pet's unique palate today!

Can Dogs Eat Adzuki Beans? Vet-Led Nutritional Facts for Dog Lovers

Can dogs eat Adzuki beans? Discover vet-approved nutritional facts for dog lovers. Learn about the benefits and potential risks for your pet.

About the Author

Holistic Veterinarian, Veterinary Clinic Owner, Veterinary Medical Supervisory Board Leader, Certified Raw Dog Food Nutrition Specialist, and Author Dr. Candy completed her undergraduate studies at The University of Delaware and graduated veterinary school in 2009 from Oklahoma State University. In high school, she was drawn to wildlife rehabilitation. Wildlife rehab gave her unparalleled experience in animal healing in a field that has limited resources and a wide variety of conditions to treat. Before vet school, Dr. Akers spent two years working full time providing oil spill response for wildlife all over the country. Since graduating with her Degree of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) in 2009, Dr. Candy has specialized in companion animal nutrition. Extensive education in nutrition has made her a firm believer in species specific-biologically appropriate diets. One of her passions is educating pet parents about the natural alternatives that actually work. She brings the best of holistic health and conventional medicine together in a unique approach to pet health. This approach is often applied to chronic diseases, allergies, and autoimmune conditions. She started her own veterinary practice 9 years ago in Colorado. Overall, she has dedicated her entire life to improving the health and happiness of animals everywhere.