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Histiocytosis in Bernese Mountain Dogs: Signs, Causes, & Care (Vet Answer)

Histiocytosis in Bernese Mountain Dogs: Signs, Causes, & Care (Vet Answer)

Histiocytosis is a rare condition that stems from normal cells, histiocytes, in the body. In Bernese Mountain Dogs, they can develop cancerous tumors called hi…

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Dogs: Our Vet Explains Signs, Causes & Treatment

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Dogs: Our Vet Explains Signs, Causes & Treatment

You're probably familiar with carbon monoxide poisoning in people, but did you know it's something you need to be concerned about for your pets? Our dogs are j…

How to Cure Stinky Dog Face: 5 Vet-Explained Causes & Treatment

How to Cure Stinky Dog Face: 5 Vet-Explained Causes & Treatment

If your dog loves to lick you, but their face smells unpleasant, you’re not alone! This is something several dog owners experience. A smelly dog face can be ca…

8 Bernese Mountain Dog Health Problems to Watch For: Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

8 Bernese Mountain Dog Health Problems to Watch For: Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Bernese Mountain Dogs, also known as “Berners” among the enthusiasts of this breed, are gentle giants and one of the most attractive Swiss service dogs. They h…

How to Massage a Dog with Arthritis: 6 Expert Tips (Vet Answer)

How to Massage a Dog with Arthritis: 6 Expert Tips (Vet Answer)

Arthritis is a common condition that affects many dogs, particularly as they age. Thankfully, there are many effective ways of managing canine arthritis. Nutri…

Elbow Hygroma in Dogs: Signs, Causes & Care (Vet Answer)

Elbow Hygroma in Dogs: Signs, Causes & Care (Vet Answer)

What should you do if you discover a lump on or around your dog’s elbow? Before panicking, it is important to know that one possible explanation could be somet…

Wolf Spider Bite on Dog: 6 Steps to Treat It (Vet Answer)

Wolf Spider Bite on Dog: 6 Steps to Treat It (Vet Answer)

Do you need to panic if a wolf spider has bitten your dog? Thankfully, no. Wolf spiders are not venomous. Their bites might cause mild pain, small, localized s…

Anal Gland Cancer (Anal Sac Adenocarcinoma) in Dogs: Our Vet Explains Signs & Prognosis

Anal Gland Cancer (Anal Sac Adenocarcinoma) in Dogs: Our Vet Explains Signs & Prognosis

Anal glands are secretory glands that dog owners would rather not know about, or better yet, be able to forget about! Anal glands are responsible for the stink…