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I Adopted a Dog & Now I Regret It: What You Should Do (Vet Answer)

I Adopted a Dog & Now I Regret It: What You Should Do (Vet Answer)

We’re sorry to hear that you regret getting a dog, but we want you to know that you’re not alone. According to a 2022 Forbes survey, 54% of dog owners experien…

Does My Dog Have a Cold? 11 Vet-Explained Signs to Look For

Does My Dog Have a Cold? 11 Vet-Explained Signs to Look For

Can dogs even get colds? The answer to this depends on what you call a “cold”. If you’re asking whether they can get infectious respiratory illnesses, the answ…

Pancreatitis in Dogs: Our Vet Explains Signs, Causes & Care Guide

Pancreatitis in Dogs: Our Vet Explains Signs, Causes & Care Guide

Pancreatitis in dogs is up there with the most serious forms of “tummy ache”. The pancreas is an organ in the abdomen responsible for producing hormones such a…

Why Is My Dog Dry Heaving? 5 Common Reasons & What to Do (Vet Answer)

Why Is My Dog Dry Heaving? 5 Common Reasons & What to Do (Vet Answer)

Your dog is heaving at the foot of your bed, and you're not sure why. Contacting a veterinarian is essential because some of the possible reasons can be danger…

CBD Oil for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects & FAQ (Vet Answer)

CBD Oil for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects & FAQ (Vet Answer)

While there is a great deal of information and hype in the human medical world on the topic of cannabidiol (CBD), veterinary medicine is in its infancy in unde…

Gastritis in Dogs: Signs, Causes, Treatment & Care Guide (Vet Answer)

Gastritis in Dogs: Signs, Causes, Treatment & Care Guide (Vet Answer)

You hear a rumble in your dog’s tummy. You notice their appetite is off. Oh no, is Fluffy experiencing a bout of gastritis? It is possible! Gastritis is often…

Dog Ear Infections: Causes, Treatments & Prevention (Vet Answer)

Dog Ear Infections: Causes, Treatments & Prevention (Vet Answer)

Did you know that 15% of dogs seen at a veterinary practice have ear disease? While this can be due to various causes, ear infections are arguably at the top o…

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) in Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Diagnosis & Treatment

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) in Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Diagnosis & Treatment

Urinary tract infections, abbreviated UTIs, are a very common finding in dogs. We most commonly see this problem in female dogs, though male dogs can absolutel…