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How to Help a Dog Pass a Foreign Object: Our Vet Explains What to Do

How to Help a Dog Pass a Foreign Object: Our Vet Explains What to Do

Help! My dog, Duke, accidentally swallowed a milk ring. Should I take him to my vet? Angie Syracuse, IN I field phone calls from people...

Autopsies (Necropsies) On Dogs: When It's Needed & What It Determines (Vet Answer)

Autopsies (Necropsies) On Dogs: When It's Needed & What It Determines (Vet Answer)

This is a tough subject area to think about, and not terribly easy to write about either. The death of a pet and patient, particularly one that is not expected…

Is IBD in Dogs Contagious? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Is IBD in Dogs Contagious? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a well-known group of issues that can affect the digestive system in humans and canines. The accompanying signs of diarrhea…

Can Puppies Get Diabetes? Our Vet Explains

Can Puppies Get Diabetes? Our Vet Explains

While diabetes may seem like a common middle-aged to senior dog problem, it can happen at any age, including puppyhood. That said, diabetes is far more likely…

Can Dewormers Cause Seizures? Health & Safety Facts (Vet Answer)

Can Dewormers Cause Seizures? Health & Safety Facts (Vet Answer)

Whenever any new medication, drug, or vaccine is released on the market, there will always be those eager to shout about the dangers. This is not to say that m…

How To Thaw and Serve Frozen Dog Food: 6 Expert Tips (Vet Answer)

How To Thaw and Serve Frozen Dog Food: 6 Expert Tips (Vet Answer)

Choosing the right food for your dog can get pretty complicated. Not only are there hundreds of different brands and thousands of varieties of traditional dry…

Are Tapeworms in Dogs Contagious? Our Vet Explains Signs, Treatment & Prevention

Are Tapeworms in Dogs Contagious? Our Vet Explains Signs, Treatment & Prevention

If you have found out that your dog has tapeworms, you may not only be a little disgusted but also may wonder if they can spread to you! Are tapeworms in dogs…

Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) in Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs & Care

Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) in Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs & Care

Most people associate the term “lupus” with the severe auto-immune disease that affects people; this form of lupus is systemic, meaning it reaches many differe…