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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…

There Are Scabs on My Dog's Nipples – Should I Worry? (Vet Answer)

There Are Scabs on My Dog's Nipples – Should I Worry? (Vet Answer)

When you decided to bring a dog into your family, you probably didn’t envision dealing with scabs on her nipples. Or his nipples, for as it turns out, male dog…

Are You Supposed to Brush Your Dog’s Teeth? Our Vet Answers

Are You Supposed to Brush Your Dog’s Teeth? Our Vet Answers

Dental health is just as important for dogs as it is for us. Without regular dental care, dogs can be prone to yellow or brown discolored teeth, bad breath (ha…

My Dog Ate an Ink Pen! Here's What to Do (Vet Answer)

My Dog Ate an Ink Pen! Here's What to Do (Vet Answer)

If your dog has eaten an ink pen, you should contact your veterinarian immediately. Ingestion of any non-food objects can lead to obstructions and be detriment…

Dog Seizures: Causes, Signs, Treatments & Care (Vet Answer)

Dog Seizures: Causes, Signs, Treatments & Care (Vet Answer)

If you’ve ever seen your dog have a seizure, you know how horrible it can be. Most of the time, a seizure lasts less than a minute, but it can feel much longer…