Dr. Rania Gollakner

Rania Gollakner received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 2010 and a Master of Public Health in 2017. She practiced companion animal medicine for 7 years, has taught several courses at the University of Florida and Santa Fe College, and currently works for USDA-APHIS. She has a passion for teaching, education, and outreach and a special interest in the human-animal interface and the concept of One Health.

Recent Articles

What Causes Snoring in Dogs and How to Help Your Pup

Dr. Rania Gollakner

Humans aren’t the only ones that snore—dogs can, too. Some causes of snoring in dogs are minor, but sometimes snoring is caused by serious health issues. Here’s what to know about your snoring dog. Why...

Lumps on Dogs: 4 Ways Veterinarians Diagnose Lumps and Bumps on Dogs

Dr. Rania Gollakner

What Are Lumps on Dogs? Lumps on dogs refer to various kinds of growths, tumors, masses, or cysts. While these can happen anywhere in the body, the ones most easily seen are on, in, or under the skin....

5 Negative Side Effects of Declawing Cats

Dr. Rania Gollakner

In many countries, including two states in America (Maryland and New York), the practice of declawing is not only a controversial veterinary surgical procedure, it is also banned entirely. Scratching...

Urine Crystals and Bladder Stones in Cats

Dr. Rania Gollakner

What Are Urine Crystals and Bladder Stones in Cats? Bladder stones and crystals are solid waste particles that form in a cat’s urine. Waste materials can be concentrated inside of the bladder, resulting...

Skin Infections in Dogs

Dr. Rania Gollakner

What Are Skin Infections in Dogs? Skin infections are conditions that are caused by infectious organisms such as bacteria, fungi, or parasites. All areas of skin can be affected, including inside the ears...

How To Get Your Puppy on a Healthy Sleeping Schedule

Dr. Rania Gollakner

Getting a puppy is an exciting time, but it can also be overwhelming. In some ways, having a puppy is like having a baby, because they need a lot of attention and patience while they’re learning and adjusting....