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8 Common Dog Paw Problems & What to Do (Vet Answer)

8 Common Dog Paw Problems & What to Do (Vet Answer)

Issues with your dog’s paw(s) can occur for a number of reasons. Dogs can suffer wounds, issues with their nails, or cause trauma by chewing on their feet. Con…

Pet Allergies in Babies & Children: What Parents Must Know (Vet Answer)

Pet Allergies in Babies & Children: What Parents Must Know (Vet Answer)

Allergies are always a problem in a vet clinic. Whether it is the pet that is allergic to living with humans or humans who are allergic to their pet, allergies…

How Often Should You Cut Your Dog's Nails? Our Vet Answers

How Often Should You Cut Your Dog's Nails? Our Vet Answers

For us people, we cut our nails for various reasons, but we never let them get out of hand. However, our canine companions do not have the luxury of grabbing s…

6 Common Health Problems in Pugs (Vet Answer)

6 Common Health Problems in Pugs (Vet Answer)

In the veterinary world, we have seen an uptick in what are referred to as brachycephalic breeds. These are more lovingly known as the “squish-faced” breeds. P…

How Much Does a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Eat in a Day? Our Vet Explains

How Much Does a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Eat in a Day? Our Vet Explains

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a toy dog breed that’s among the most popular dog breeds kept as pets today. Ranking at #14 according to the American Kenn…

How Much Exercise Does My Labrador Need? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

How Much Exercise Does My Labrador Need? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

While Labrador Retrievers are popular companion dogs worldwide, they were initially bred as sporting dogs and retained much of their working prowess even after…

Why Does My Dog Smell So Bad Even After a Bath? (Vet Answer)

Why Does My Dog Smell So Bad Even After a Bath? (Vet Answer)

If you’re a dog owner, you’ll know that your canine companion can sometimes smell less than fresh. Whether it’s from rolling in dead matter or because it is du…

Dog Ear Mites vs Yeast Infections: Vet Tips to Tell the Difference

Dog Ear Mites vs Yeast Infections: Vet Tips to Tell the Difference

Ear mites and yeast infections are common problems for dogs, especially those with long floppy ears that hold heat and moisture, creating a perfect environment…