Dogs

The Dangers Chocolate, Raisins, Grapes and Caffeine Present to Dogs Dog Toxins & Poisons
The Dangers Chocolate, Raisins, Grapes and Caffeine Present to Dogs
Some foods can be toxic for your dog and lead to serious health problems. Listen to what Dr.
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How to Apply Ointment or Eye Drops to Your Dog's Eyes Dog Checkups & Preventive Care
How to Apply Ointment or Eye Drops to Your Dog's Eyes
If you’ve ever tried to administer eye drops or ointment, then you know dogs don’t often like it. Check out these tips to make it easier for you and your dog.
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Why Dogs Should Never Eat Gum Dog Toxins & Poisons
Why Dogs Should Never Eat Gum
Sugar-free gum is very toxic to dogs. Common signs of toxicity include lethargy and pets not acting like themselves.
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Help! My Dog Eats Poop, Why? Dog Behavior
Help! My Dog Eats Poop, Why?
Disgusting to us humans, “coprophagy” or the act of eating fecal matter, is a common dog behavior—so when you see your dog snacking out of the litter box or stopping for a midwalk nosh, understand that this is in his nature.
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Are Dogs Really Color Blind? Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Are Dogs Really Color Blind?
If you think the answer is “yes,” you are wrong! Modern science has answered this age-old question: Dogs can see color, but not in the same way that we do. The palette of colors they can see is limited in comparison to ours; it is also less vibrant.
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Anesthesia and Your Dog Dog Surgery A-Z
Anesthesia and Your Dog
As is the case for us, our four-legged friends may require anesthesia as part of a surgery or procedure.
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Behavior Problems in Senior Pets Dog Behavior
Behavior Problems in Senior Pets
Let’s face it: no one likes to think about their best friends growing old. One of the worst things about loving a dog or cat is the simple fact they age faster than we do.
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Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Canine Histoplasmosis
Who knew that the dirt we walk on harbors a fungus called Histoplasma capsulatum that can cause a chronic, noncontagious infection called histoplasmosis in animals and humans. Histoplasmosis is found globally and most commonly affects dogs and cats.
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Dog Diet & Nutrition
Food Allergies in Dogs
Dogs, like people, can have allergies to certain foods.
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addisons disease in dogs Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Addison's Disease in Dogs
Addison’s disease (hypoadrenocorticism) is a hormonal disorder caused by a deficient production of the adrenal gland hormones, cortisol and aldosterone.
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