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7 Truths about Dog Expenses New-Dog Checklists
7 Truths about Dog Expenses
Dogs are amazing companions but are also major financial responsibilities. If you're considering adoption read this article first to prepare yourself.
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Rottweiler Holiday Surprises A Vet's Life
Rottweiler Holiday Surprises
See how two Rottweilers became seventeen Rottweilers on one hectic November morning.
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Time Magazine and Designer Dogs: My Response A Vet's Life
Time Magazine and Designer Dogs: My Response

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Mitral Valve Insufficiency Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Mitral Valve Insufficiency and the Cavalier King Charles
One of the loveliest breeds you may not be familiar with, but rapidly emerging in popularity, is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (CKCS). Unfortunately CKCS are susceptible to abnormalities of heart valves, most significantly an abnormality of the mitral valve called mitral valve insufficiency. Learn more about the symptoms and treatments that impact the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
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Dilated Cardiomyopathy in Dobermans Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Dilated Cardiomyopathy in Dobermans
If you have a doberman, this often silent killer could be lurking. Learn about the genetics and likelihood for your dog.
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Boxer Cardiomyopathy (AVCP): A Threat to the Boxer Breed Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Boxer Cardiomyopathy (AVCP): A Threat to the Boxer Breed
Boxer parents pay special attention, this heart condition stays dormant until adulthood. ARVC is a genetic condition seen most often in Boxers.
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Small-Breed Dogs Dog Breeds
Small-Breed Dogs: What You Should Know When You Adopt
Small-breed dogs often live long and are very healthy, but that doesn't mean they don't get sick or hurt. Here are common problems your small-breed dog may encounter.
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The Truth about the Origin of the Domestic House Cat A Vet's Life
The Truth about the Origin of the Domestic House Cat
You've heard the rumors, now learn the truth about the first domestic cats. If you thought they came from Egypt, think again.
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The black and tan coonhound Dog Breeds
The Black and Tan Coonhound
The Black and Tan Coonhound is friendly, active, and gentle. He loves his family and is great with children.
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American Eskimo Dog Dog Breeds
The American Eskimo Dog
The American Eskimo is energetic, inquisitive and serious about his people-loving. He’s devoted to his family and needs their attention.
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