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My Dog Ate Maggots: Should I Be Worried? (Vet Answer)
We’ve all been there. You’re on a walk when suddenly something grabs the attention of your dog’s nose. Before you know it, your pup has picked up something fro…
Dilated Cardiomyopathy in Dogs: Signs, Causes & Treatment (Vet Answer)
Cardiomyopathy in dogs is divided into two major classes: dilated and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is the most common form of card…
Puppy Deworming Schedule: Our Vet Explains
Loving your dog means more than petting them and giving them kisses. It also involves duties like deworming them and taking them to the vet regularly. There’s…
My Dog Ate a Stink Bug: Should I Be Worried? (Vet Answer)
Unfortunately, dogs love to eat all sorts of things: stinky socks, rotting food, scurrying bugs, dead animals, fecal material—you name it, and a dog somewhere…
Dog Ear Hematoma: Causes, Signs & Treatments (Vet Answer)
Dogs with one ear up and one ear down are undeniably adorable, but as it turns out, this isn’t always a good thing to see. In a dog that usually has two up ear…
My Dog Ate a Squirrel: Should I Be Worried? Our Vet Explains
If you have just witnessed your dog eating all or part of a squirrel, your initial reaction could fall anywhere along the spectrum from horror and disgust to,…
15 Westie Health Issues to Look Out For (Vet Answer)
West Highland White Terriers, or Westies, as they are affectionately called, are small-breed dogs, ranging between 15–20 pounds when fully grown. Originally br…
My Dog Ate Q Tips: Should I Be Worried? (Vet Answer)
Dogs tend to be drawn to garbage, especially stinky bathroom garbage. Items in the trash may pose a health risk to your beloved pet. The possibilities are endl…