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Neurological Disorders in Dogs: 11 Vet-Explained Signs

Neurological Disorders in Dogs: 11 Vet-Explained Signs

Neurological disorders in dogs can be alarming for owners to witness and often tricky to diagnose and treat. The nervous system is essentially the electrical s…

Will Salt Kill Fleas? Our Vet Answers

Will Salt Kill Fleas? Our Vet Answers

One of the common downsides to sharing your home with pets is that they sometimes bring in uninvited guests, and if fleas invade, it can be a massive undertaki…

Malocclusion or Teeth Misalignment in Dogs: Vet-Explained Signs, Causes & Treatment

Malocclusion or Teeth Misalignment in Dogs: Vet-Explained Signs, Causes & Treatment

Dental disease can be a source of chronic pain and infection in dogs. For this reason, dental disease should not be overlooked. One common dental disease is ma…

My Dog Is Losing Balance & Falling Over: 8 Vet-Explained Reasons

My Dog Is Losing Balance & Falling Over: 8 Vet-Explained Reasons

If your dog is unsteady on their feet or falling over frequently, it is likely your dog needs veterinary attention. If you see your dog stumbling over or stagg…

Border Collie Hip Dysplasia: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Causes, Care & FAQ

Border Collie Hip Dysplasia: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Causes, Care & FAQ

Border Collies are bred to be active! Their intelligence, athleticism, and herding instincts make them incredible working dogs, but they can also be great fami…

Maltese Shaker Syndrome: Signs, Causes & Care (Vet Answer)

Maltese Shaker Syndrome: Signs, Causes & Care (Vet Answer)

Most Maltese owners will tell you all about how spunky and in charge their tiny pet with a not so tiny personality is. You can imagine then that waking up to s…

10 Common Types of Dog Tumors: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Diagnosis & Treatment

10 Common Types of Dog Tumors: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Diagnosis & Treatment

Lumps and bumps on (or in) a dog can be a major concern to their pet-owning parent. With about 25% of dogs developing neoplasia in their lifetime, and about 50…

6 Vizsla Health Issues to Be Aware of (Vet Answer)

6 Vizsla Health Issues to Be Aware of (Vet Answer)

Vizslas are sensitive, energetic, and smart. They need plenty of exercise and positive mental stimulation. Overall, they are healthy dogs. They don’t usually s…