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Do looking guilty Dog Diet & Nutrition
Pets Eat the Darnedest Things

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Dog lying in grass Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Your Dog and the Dangers of Lyme Disease: Part II
If your dog is diagnosed with Lyme disease, don't worry: it's treatable. Doxycycline is commonly prescribed as a safe anti-biotic for Lyme disease.
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Your Dog and the Dangers of Lyme Disease: Part I Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Your Dog and the Dangers of Lyme Disease: Part I
Lyme disease is often misdiagnosed in pets. An infection spread by ticks, Lyme disease can be prevented by medication, grooming, and vaccination.
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Fleas 101 Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Fleas 101
Fleas are hardy and can transmit tapeworms and bacteria causing the bubonic plague. Let Dr. Ruth MacPete tell you what else they can do.
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Obesity, Pets, and Nutrition Dog Diet & Nutrition
Obesity, Pets, and Nutrition
It has been estimated that up to 50% of dogs and cats in this country are overweight or, worse yet, obese.
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7 Surprising Ways To Help Your Pet Lose Weight (And Why It's Important) Dog Checkups & Preventive Care
7 Surprising Ways To Help Your Pet Lose Weight (And Why It's Important)
Extra weight puts your pet at risk for arthritis, diabetes, and many other crippling diseases.
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5 Reasons Why Pet Obesity Is a Serious Problem Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
5 Reasons Why Pet Obesity Is a Serious Problem
Over half of U.S. dogs and cats are considered obese. Pet obesity can reduce life expectancy and cause arthritis, diabetes, and cancer.
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Why Your Cat Should Stay Indoors: Part I Cat Checkups & Preventive Care
Why Your Cat Should Stay Indoors: Part I
Did you know the average lifespan for an outdoor cat is just 3 to 5 years while indoor cats average 13-17?
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My Dog's Veterinarian
Sometimes, You Just Need To Follow the Directions
After a diagnosis or surgery, it’s important to recognize that veterinary advice is to be taken seriously. This pet parent learned the hard way.
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A flatulent pet can indicate a medical condition Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Walter the Farting Dog

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