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Lymphoma in Dogs: Signs, Causes, Treatment & FAQ (Vet Answer)

Lymphoma in Dogs: Signs, Causes, Treatment & FAQ (Vet Answer)

Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymph nodes and lymphatic system. This is the most common form of cancer in dogs, representing roughly 15–20% of all new cancer dia…

Do Vets Do Unnecessary Procedures? Answered by One of Our Vets

Do Vets Do Unnecessary Procedures? Answered by One of Our Vets

Over the last 15+ years since I’ve graduated veterinary school, a lot has changed. There are new products coming out every day that help improve the lives and…

My Dog Ate a Rib Bone, What Should I Do? Our Vet Explains

My Dog Ate a Rib Bone, What Should I Do? Our Vet Explains

Some dogs will do anything to get onto the counter and grab a taste of whatever we are eating. Other times, potentially dangerous food such as bones may be thr…

How to Draw a Puppy: Our Vet's Step-by-Step Instructions (with Video)

How to Draw a Puppy: Our Vet's Step-by-Step Instructions (with Video)

If you adore puppies and also like to draw puppies, we have something in common. Full disclosure: I am a vet, not an artist, but I do love to draw, and my fami…

Umbilical Hernias in Dogs: Our Vet Explains Causes, Signs & Treatment

Umbilical Hernias in Dogs: Our Vet Explains Causes, Signs & Treatment

Umbilical hernias are a relatively common condition seen in dogs. They present as a soft bulge over the area where the belly button is located. They occur due…

Lepto Vaccine for Dogs: What to Know & Side Effects (Vet Answer)

Lepto Vaccine for Dogs: What to Know & Side Effects (Vet Answer)

Vaccinations generally provide good protection for your dog against certain diseases that could be severe and debilitating. While no vaccine leads to 100% immu…

Myasthenia Gravis in Dogs: Our Vet Explains Signs, Causes & Treatment

Myasthenia Gravis in Dogs: Our Vet Explains Signs, Causes & Treatment

While myasthenia gravis (MG) sounds like an intriguing medical condition, the root words break down to mean: severe (gravis), muscle (my-), and weakness (-asth…

Ursodiol for Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Usage, Dosage & Care

Ursodiol for Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Usage, Dosage & Care

We hear a lot about cholesterol these days, and the effects high cholesterol can have on our health. But did you know that cholesterol can affect a dog’s healt…