Dr. Manette M. Kohler

Dr. Manette Kohler graduated in 1991 from the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine. Her passion has always been behavioral medicine and she provides animal behavior consultations for cats and dogs in southeast Wisconsin. If she could have one wish granted, it would be for all pet owners to have loving, trusting, respectful, and fulfilling relationships with their pets.<br /> <br /> Kohler has&nbsp;contributed as a freelance writer and and columnist for nationally-recognized Dog World magazine and, currently, for Wisconsin-based FETCH magazine. She&nbsp;published the children's book&nbsp;Bella's First Checkup&nbsp;and contributed a chapter to the book&nbsp;Manifesting Your Dreams.&nbsp;She speaks locally and regionally to veterinary audiences, as well as pet owners and other professionals, on animal behavior topics. Her family consists of her husband, two daughters, two cats, and a dog. Her interests include Pilates, hiking, biking, gardening, photography, writing, and travel.</p>

Recent Articles

How Do Talking Dog Buttons Work?

Manette M. Kohler, DVM

The following content may contain Chewy links. PetMD is operated by Chewy.  Dogs have a lot to say, and they communicate through body language, facial expressions, and vocal signals like whines, growls,...

Why Do Dogs Like Squeaky Toys?

Manette M. Kohler, DVM

Just the sheer number of toy options for dogs is a clear indicator that dogs love toys. There are toys that bounce, toys that fly, toys for chewing, toys for tugging, and, probably the most interesting...