Dog Health

My Dog's Veterinarian
Surfing the Internet for Medical Research
Learn how to find accurate pet information on the internet.
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Why Your Veterinarian Might Not Prescribe Medicine My Dog's Veterinarian
Why Your Veterinarian Might Not Prescribe Medicine
Medications may not be the answer to your dog's problems. Learn when a veterinarian would advise simply waiting.
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How Could OCD Cause my Large Breed Dog to Limp? Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
How Could OCD Cause my Large Breed Dog to Limp?
OCD for dogs? It's not what you're thinking. Learn what a limp could mean in your large breed dog.
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Why do Dogs Eat Dirt and Other Gross Things? Dog Behavior
Why Does My Dog Dog Eat Dirt and Other Gross Things?
Dogs may eat dirt because of a medical issue or a behavioral one. Learn the difference, and find out if it's dangerous.
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Age Does Not Have to Stand in the Way of Treatment Dog Checkups & Preventive Care
Age Does Not Have to Stand in the Way of Treatment
If you think age is any reason to avoid treatment for your pet, think again. Click here to learn what a "functional age" is.
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Microchipping FAQs Dog Checkups & Preventive Care
Microchipping FAQs
Click here if you have any lingering doubts about microchipping your pets.
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Microchipping 101: Why is it Important to Microchip My Pet? Dog Checkups & Preventive Care
Microchipping 101: Why is it Important to Microchip My Pet?
The undeniable fact is that microchips have reunited hundreds of pets with their owners. Find out why.
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Depigmentation Disorders in Dogs: Changing Skin Color Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Depigmentation Disorders in Dogs: Changing Skin Color
Did you know that dogs can also have changes in their skin color? Many breeds are prone to depigmentation, a decrease in pigment of the skin. But why might your dog lose that original coloration and develop depigmentation? Let’s discuss some of the possible reasons.
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Dog walking down a bridge Dog Checkups & Preventive Care
Mosquitoes and Heartworm: An Increasing Threat to Your Dog
Despite advances in protecting dogs from mosquito bites, heartworm disease continues to be a big problem. Learn more about the life of a mosquito, how to protect your dog and changes you can make to lessen the mosquitoes in and around your home.
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Dogs at the Beach Dog Checkups & Preventive Care
Dogs at the Beach: Keeping Beaches -- and Dogs -- Safe
Taking your dog to the beach, lake or river is always a fun outing for you and your best friend, but remember that dogs often forget their manners when out near the water. Use these tips to keep your dog safe and others at the beach happy too.
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