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Are All Tumors Cancerous in Dogs? Our Vet Explains the Differences
A tumor—in a dog or another animal—is a swelling due to the unregulated growth of tissue cells. While that may sound bad, it doesn’t necessarily mean cancer. T…
What To Do When Your Dog Has Cancer: Our Vet Discusses 6 Important Steps
If you’ve been told your dog has cancer, you know the gut-wrenching feeling that comes with it. You may have been so overwhelmed when you got this news that yo…
Diabetes in Dogs: Our Vet Discusses Causes, Signs & Treatment
Have you ever wondered … “Can dogs get diabetes?” And if dogs can get diabetes, what are the symptoms of canine diabetes and how do you treat diabetes in dogs?…
Autoimmune Disease in Dogs: Vet-Explained Signs, Causes, Care & FAQ
Dogs of any age and breed are at risk for the development of autoimmune disease. Not every autoimmune disease is created equally, and not every autoimmune dise…
Dog Tooth Abscess: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs & Treatment
Dental disease is one of the most widespread and often underestimated conditions that significantly impact the health of dogs worldwide. One of the main proble…
Liver Disease in Dogs: Our Vet Discusses Signs, Causes & Treatments
The liver is an impressive organ! Not only is it like the body’s oil filter, but it also has the ability to regenerate should it become injured or damaged. How…
Why Is My Dog's Nose Running? Vet-Explained Causes & How to Stop It
You've been sneezing, and now you've noticed your dog has a runny nose. What caused his runny nose, and should you worry? What can be done to treat a runny nos…
Kidney Stones in Dogs: Signs, Causes & Treatments (Vet Answer)
Kidney stones tend to be fairly prevalent in people, making us wonder if our canine companions are spared the anguish. Kidney stones do indeed seem to be fairl…