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Why Do Dogs Get Stuck During Mating? Our Vet Explains

Why Do Dogs Get Stuck During Mating? Our Vet Explains

If you have ever watched a male and female dog mate, you may have become worried or even confused at the point when the two dogs appeared to get “stuck” togeth…

Why Is My Dog Panting at Night? 9 Vet-Explained Reasons

Why Is My Dog Panting at Night? 9 Vet-Explained Reasons

While we humans quickly begin to drip sweat through our pores under the hot summer sun, dogs have no sweat glands; they release body heat through their paw pad…

Doberman Ear Cropping: Our Vet Answers

Doberman Ear Cropping: Our Vet Answers

Doberman Pinschers are often depicted for their upright ears, but these dogs are naturally floppy-eared, and their upright ears aren’t caused by their genetics…

Dog Licking the Air? 12 Possible Reasons & Vet Advice on What to Do

Dog Licking the Air? 12 Possible Reasons & Vet Advice on What to Do

Dogs licking air can be caused by several reasons, and some of them are normal or safe behavioral displays, while others might indicate a more serious behavior…

Puppy Diarrhea: Causes & Treatments (Vet Answer)

Puppy Diarrhea: Causes & Treatments (Vet Answer)

Diarrhea refers to loose, watery stool, and is common in puppies. Chances are that at some point your puppy will have a bout of diarrhea, if not a few. There a…

Stelfonta For Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Dosage, Usage & Treaments

Stelfonta For Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Dosage, Usage & Treaments

Stelfonta is an injectable treatment for canine mast cell tumors of the skin or under the skin surface that haven’t spread. A veterinarian injects it directly…

How to Check a Dog's Pulse: Steps & Facts (Vet Answer)

How to Check a Dog's Pulse: Steps & Facts (Vet Answer)

Many dog owners are unaware of their pup’s pulse. Do you know how to check it on your dog? Has your vet asked you to monitor pulse rate? If so, do you know a h…

Thyme for Dogs: Our Vet Explains Potential Benefits, Uses & Risks

Thyme for Dogs: Our Vet Explains Potential Benefits, Uses & Risks

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is a popular spice that many people keep in their homes. You can even grow it in the garden or indoors to have a fresh herb to use in y…