Spay and Neuter

Do Dog Nipples Shrink After Spaying? What You Need to Know

Introduction Spaying is the process of surgically removing a female dog's reproductive organs, typically the ovaries and uterus. The procedure is an important consideration for any responsible pet...

How Long After Neutering Dog Is Testosterone Gone? Vet Answers

The Basics of Neutering and Its Purpose Neutering, also known as castration, is a surgical procedure that removes the testicles of male dogs. Typically, people perform the procedure to control...

Dr. Candy Akers is a holistic veterinarian practicing in Colorado. She believes in addressing the cause of disease by getting to the root of the problem.

Dr. Candy specializes in healing pets with holistic nutrition and uses whole-food-based supplements to repair and rebuild body systems. Dr. Akers is also a leading expert in the field of cold laser therapy for pets. She shares her knowledge and experience to help people and pets all over the world.

Welcome to Healthy Happy Dogs!

We created this site to help dogs everywhere! We are passionate about pet health and believe that pet parents deserve modern and honest information that puts the health of their dog above all else. Our content will always be truthful and authentic. We have dedicated our lives to helping pets. We draw upon evidence and experience. Our team is dedicated to fostering a community of pet lovers. As an amazing resource for the health and happiness of your dog, we strive to provide a positive and supportive space for all pet parents. Thank you so much for joining our pack!

Lindsie is the founder of Healthy Happy Dogs and holds a bachelor's degree in biology. With over 16 years of experience as a veterinary technician and holding various leadership positions, she now manages a veterinary practice in Colorado. Lindsie's passion for animal welfare led her to work at an Oklahoma animal shelter for six years, where she helped improve the health of tens of thousands of animals and even formed a pet rescue group. Currently, she is completing certification as a master herbalist and has expanded her knowledge in pet nutrition, whole-food-based healing, and holistic veterinary medicine, including becoming a certified canine raw dog food nutrition specialist.