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5 Natural & Holistic Cancer Treatment for Dogs in 2026: Our Vet Explains

5 Natural & Holistic Cancer Treatment for Dogs in 2026: Our Vet Explains

Cancer, in its many and varied forms, is an often fatal disease that is present in virtually every species in the animal kingdom. In dogs, there are certain fo…

Dementia in Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Causes & Treatment

Dementia in Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Causes & Treatment

It’s normal for dogs to show signs of aging—things like arthritis, loss of hearing, reduced energy levels, and greying of the hair are all fairly common. But w…

Clean Eating for Dogs: Our Vet Discusses What it Is & Important Considerations

Clean Eating for Dogs: Our Vet Discusses What it Is & Important Considerations

We all want what's best for our pets, and one thing readily within our control is their diet. You're probably familiar with some diets people consume: grain-fr…

Tapeworm in Dogs: Our Vet Explains The Signs, Causes, Treatment & Prevention

Tapeworm in Dogs: Our Vet Explains The Signs, Causes, Treatment & Prevention

You've been cleaning the yard and noticed some wiggly segments in your dog's stool. These creepy crawlies are tapeworms. Do you need to worry about your dog ac…

Food Allergies in Dogs: Our Vet Explains Signs, Causes, Diagnosis & Care

Food Allergies in Dogs: Our Vet Explains Signs, Causes, Diagnosis & Care

Food allergies are a type of allergy that can affect dogs, causing chronic skin and digestive signs. Some breeds are more prone to food allergies than others,…

Diarrhea & Vomiting in Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Causes & Treatment

Diarrhea & Vomiting in Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Causes & Treatment

If your dog is vomiting, having diarrhea, or both, you are probably worried about your furry friend and wondering what to do. There are many possible causes fo…

Periodontal Disease in Dogs: Signs, Causes & Care Guide (Vet Answer)

Periodontal Disease in Dogs: Signs, Causes & Care Guide (Vet Answer)

While many people consider bad breath and plaque to be “normal” for dogs, this is not the case. Dental disease is very common in dogs. More specifically, we ar…

Intervertebral Disc Disease in Dogs: Signs, Causes & Diagnosis (Vet Answer)

Intervertebral Disc Disease in Dogs: Signs, Causes & Diagnosis (Vet Answer)

Your dog's back is painful, or they suddenly have trouble getting around. You know that Dachshunds are predisposed to back problems. Is that what's going on wi…