Reviewer
Justin Shmalberg, DVM, CVA, ACVN, ACVSMR
Board-certified veterinary nutritionist and rehabilitation specialist; Chi University faculty, University of Florida Small Animal Hospital Integrative Medicine; Chi University faculty · Gainesville, Florida
University of Florida integrative medicine service chief focused on nutrition, supplements, integrative medicine, oncology nutrition, rehabilitation, and acupuncture research.
Areas of focus
- integrative canine nutrition
- food therapy
- veterinary acupuncture
- canine sports medicine and rehabilitation
- supplement literacy
78 guides by Justin
- Dog Choking Prevention Starts With Pace and Toy Size
- Indestructible Dog Ball for Large Dogs: Safety Over Hype
- Usually No: Puzzle Feeders Are Not Safe Alone
- KONG Extreme Dog Toy XL: Sizing for Calmer Chewing
- Small Kong Toys: Gentle Enrichment for Tiny Jaws
- Yes: Dog Can Wear a Diaper Overnight With Care
- Sometimes: Can Dogs Eat Turkey Necks Safely?
- Can a DIY Dog Kennel Calm Your Restless Dog?
- Dog Licking Toy Balls Calm Anxious Dogs Gently
- Dog Play Pen Plastic: Gentle Choice for Small Dogs
- 7 Signs Excessive Drooling in Dogs Needs a Vet
- Which Honest Dog Food Fits Your Dog's Gut?
- 7 Daily Exercise Rules for Small Senior Dogs
- A Gentle Daily Walking Routine Keeps Senior Dogs Moving
- Interactive Dog Ball Toys: Slow Puzzles for Calm Indoors
- Yes, Swimming Is Good Low-Impact Exercise for Most Dogs
- KONG Extreme Dental Toy: What Chewing Can Help
- 7 Signs Your Dog Is Too Tired to Keep Walking
- 5 Ways a Dog Puzzle Feeder Calms Mealtimes
- Best Toys for High-Drive Working Breeds
- Calming Toys for Anxious or Reactive Dogs
- How to Check a Dog That Only Likes Novelty for Wear
- How to Choose a Toy for a Teething Puppy
- How to Choose a Water Toy That Floats
- How to Introduce a New Toy to a Nervous Dog
- How to Make a Frozen Enrichment Toy That Actually Lasts
- How to Mentally Tire Out a High-Energy Dog
- How to Rotate Toys for a Dog That Only Likes Novelty
- How to Rotate Toys for a Dog With a Small Toy Box
- How to Rotate Toys for a Teething Puppy
- How to Supervise Play With a Rubber Chew Toy
- Is a Rope Tug Toy Safe to Leave With a Dog Alone?
- Is a Squeaky Plush Toy Safe to Leave With a Dog Alone?
- Low-Effort Toys for Busy Owners Short on Time
- Matching Toy Toughness to Your Dog's Bite Force
- Plush Toys for Dogs That Like to Cuddle
- Sturdy Toys for Big Mouths That Aren't Too Heavy
- Travel Toys That Keep a Dog Calm in the Car
- What to Do if a Dog Chews the Toy Box Instead
- What to Do if a Dog Loses Interest in Every New Toy
- What to Do If Your Dog Swallows Toy Stuffing
- A Ten-Minute Version of a Find-the-Handler Game
- A Ten-Minute Version of a Slow-Release Chew Station for Dogs
- Apartment-Friendly Enrichment (No Yard Needed)
- Best Interactive Toys for Senior Dogs
- Enrichment for a Very Food-Motivated Dog That Doesn't Overfeed
- Herding-Instinct Toys for Dogs That Chase
- How to Fit Enrichment Into a Puppy's Nap Schedule
- How to Make a Food Toy Harder as Your Dog Improves
- How to Spot a Non-Toxic Dog Toy on the Label
- Mealtime Enrichment: Ditching the Bowl
- What to Do When a Dog Eats Grass After Every Meal
- What to Do When a Dog Wakes at Night Asking for Food
- How to Transition a Dog to a Lower-Fat Formula
- How to Store and Organize Your Dog's Toys (Without It Becoming a Weekly Chore)
- Is It Safe to Give Probiotics to a Dog With a Compromised Immune System?
- Is It Okay to Rotate Dog Food Proteins? A Vet Nutritionist's Take
- How to Slow Down a Dog That Eats Too Fast
- Best Toys for Apartment Dogs with Limited Space
- Easy DIY Dog Toys You Can Make at Home
- Is It Normal for a Dog to Fixate on One Toy?
- Is Rawhide a Toy or a Choking Risk?
- Why Does My Dog Bury or Hide Toys?
- Best Toys for Small-Breed and Toy Dogs
- Can You Wash Dog Toys in the Washing Machine? A Vet's Honest Fork-in-the-Road
- Enrichment Toys for Mental Stimulation: What Actually Helps a Bored Dog
- Best Fetch Toys for Dogs: How to Choose Balls, Bumpers, and Launchers
- Treat-Dispensing Toys for Mealtime Enrichment: A Vet's Field Guide
- Dog Treadmill vs. Outdoor Walking: What Actually Matters for Your Dog's Joints
- Teething Toys That Soothe a Puppy's Sore Gums
- When Do Puppies Stop Teething and Need Different Toys?
- Can Dogs Eat Avocado? What's Actually Safe (and What Isn't)
- Can Dogs Eat Bananas? A Vet Nutritionist's Honest Answer
- Can Dogs Eat Blueberries? What They Actually Add to the Bowl, and When to Skip Them
- Can Dogs Eat Watermelon? What the Flesh Gives Your Dog, and What to Cut Away First
- Can Dogs Eat Sweet Potato? What It Adds to the Bowl, and How Much Is Safe
- Exercise Ideas for Toy and Small Breeds: A Vet's Life-Stage Guide
- How to Change Food for a Senior Dog: A Vet's Step-by-Step Guide