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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…
My Dog Ate Grease: Our Vet Explains Potential Risks, Signs & Next Steps
We’re all guilty of indulging in a greasy meal now and then, but we’re unlikely to lose control of ourselves and devour the contents of the grease tray. Our do…
Do Dogs Get Jet Lagged? Health & Facts (Vet Answer)
We’ve all experienced fatigue associated with jet lag, and traveling between time zones can really throw off a person’s schedule! What about dogs, though? Do d…
6 Miniature Dachshund Health Problems: Our Vet Discusses Causes, Signs & Prevention
Miniature Dachshunds, sometimes affectionately referred to as Wiener Dogs or Doxies, are a smart and vibrant breed. While they are smaller than their Standard…
How to Make Your Dog Live Longer: Our Vet's 6 Tips to Increase Your Pup’s Lifespan
The good news for any new dog owner is that our dogs are living longer than they ever have! This is largely due to three things: the uptake of preventative car…
How Do I Know if My Dog Is Dying or Just Sick? Our Vet Explains the 9 Signs to Look For
Our dogs are cherished members of our families, and it can be distressing when they end their time with us. You may need to know when it's time to say goodbye…