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Dog Tear Stains: Our Vet Discusses Signs, Causes & Treatment
While dogs don’t shed tears when they are sad or overjoyed, they do produce tears for a number of reasons. Many people will be familiar with the reddish-brown…
Can Dogs Get Sick from Other Dogs? Info & Common Diseases (Vet Answer)
Dogs are becoming increasingly popular as pets and with good reason. These loyal, intelligent, and affectionate animals make great family members. Dogs are hig…
My Dog Ate a Paper Towel: Our Vet Discusses Potential Risks, Signs & FAQ
If your dogs are anything like mine, you need to keep a close eye on them at mealtimes. Throw in the excitement of a picnic or BBQ with a cocktail of food smel…
How Many Puppies Do Beagles Have? Our Vet's Pregnancy Guide
Congratulations! Your Beagle is pregnant. While you wait to greet the newest additions to your family, you might start wondering how many puppies to expect. Ho…
My Dog Swallowed Underwear: Vet Explained Risks, Signs & Next Steps
A few years after I graduated from vet school, I was presented with an uncomfortable Labrador who was struggling with some constipation. Upon performing a rect…
My Dog Ate a Tampon: Potential Risks, Signs & Next Steps (Vet Answer)
Yikes! You just got home and discovered your dog had a party in the bathroom trash can. On closer inspection, your dog might have eaten a tampon. Is it time to…
My Dog Ate a Popsicle Stick: Potential Risks, Signs & Next Steps (Vet Answer)
Popsicles are among summer’s many pleasures. Your dog likely thinks so too! Some dogs like them so much that they eat the stick just to get more of that sweet…
High Cholesterol in Dogs: Our Vet Discusses Signs, Causes & Treatments
You're reviewing your pup's latest lab results from their annual exam, and you see a value flagged as abnormally high: cholesterol. What kind of problems can h…