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Debarking a Dog: What It Is, Legality & Ethics (Vet Answer)
It’s probably fair to say that anyone who has had a dog or lived next door to one has, at some point, wondered about debarking, even if it is just for one wish…
Ringworm in Dogs: Detection, Prevention & Treatment (Vet Answer)
When is a worm not a worm? When it’s ringworm! Named for the ring-shaped lesions it produces, ringworm is a fungal skin infection (dermatophytosis) that is mod…
Trifexis for Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Uses & Efficacy
A TV news report says a common heartworm and flea preventative may be killing dogs -- but it has all the hallmarks of an unfounded rumor.
Seizures In Older Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Causes & Care Advice
If your old dog has lost consciousness and collapsed, you might assume they have had a seizure. While it could be a seizure, the diagnosis should come after ta…
My Dog Ate an Edible, What Should I Do? (Vet Answer)
With the number of states allowing for marijuana legalization increasing, veterinarians have seen an increase in marijuana toxicity in pets. Because people are…
