Breeds
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Dog Breeds The Border Collie A former herding dog, The Border Collie is one of the smartest breeds in the world and requires an intense amount of exercise and a job to perform. Read More > |
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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. Read More > |
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A Vet's Life Rottweiler Holiday Surprises See how two Rottweilers became seventeen Rottweilers on one hectic November morning. Read More > |
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A Vet's Life Time Magazine and Designer Dogs: My Response Read More > |
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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. Read More > |
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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. Read More > |
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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. Read More > |
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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. Read More > |
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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. Read More > |
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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. Read More > |
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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. Read More > |