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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…

Why Does My Dog Have Chronically Loose & Soft Stools? 6 Vet-Verified Reasons

Why Does My Dog Have Chronically Loose & Soft Stools? 6 Vet-Verified Reasons

Have you noticed your dog is passing loose, soft stools regularly? While this may seem like the norm for your dog, it can be an indication of something wrong w…

Can Heartworm Cause Long-Term Effects in Dogs? Our Vet Explains

Can Heartworm Cause Long-Term Effects in Dogs? Our Vet Explains

Heartworm disease is a devastating and yet almost entirely preventable parasitic infection in dogs. While you might be familiar with the condition, did you kno…

Rimadyl Overdose in Dogs: When to Be Concerned & What to Do (Vet Answer)

Rimadyl Overdose in Dogs: When to Be Concerned & What to Do (Vet Answer)

If you have a canine companion, you’ve likely heard of Rimadyl. This popular anti-inflammatory is often given after surgery or to help alleviate pain associate…

Can a Dog Overdose on Heartgard? Facts & FAQ (Vet Answer)

Can a Dog Overdose on Heartgard? Facts & FAQ (Vet Answer)

Heartgard is a popular heartworm and intestinal parasite prevention used in dogs. It’s been around for a long time, and many know of the medication to be safe…

Hawthorn for Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Benefits, Risks & FAQ

Hawthorn for Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Benefits, Risks & FAQ

If you’re on this page, the chances are that you’ve recently heard of hawthorn and how it might be able to benefit our pets. Simply put, hawthorn is a suppleme…

Do Shock Collars Work On Dogs? Our Vet Explains the Facts, Pros, Cons & Alternatives

Do Shock Collars Work On Dogs? Our Vet Explains the Facts, Pros, Cons & Alternatives

Dog training can be hard—really hard. Some dogs will pick up commands on the first go, others take a lot longer, and then there are those whose training seems…