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Why Is My Dog Not Using Their Back Leg? Our Vet Explains 10 Reasons

Why Is My Dog Not Using Their Back Leg? Our Vet Explains 10 Reasons

Your dog may not be using one of their back legs for many reasons, each with varying degrees of severity. Whether the disuse of their hind leg came on graduall…

I Miss My Dog: Grieving for Your Lost Companion

I Miss My Dog: Grieving for Your Lost Companion

Having a dog can be one of the most rewarding, uplifting, challenging, and joyful experiences that life has to offer, and losing them is one of the most diffic…

My Dog Chewed My Inhaler, Should I Worry? Our Vet Explains What to Do

My Dog Chewed My Inhaler, Should I Worry? Our Vet Explains What to Do

Your dog managed to find your inhaler and made a chew toy out of it. What does that mean for your furry canine? Well, there are some risks that need to be disc…

Why Does My Puppy Have Bald Spots? 8 Vet Reviewed Reasons

Why Does My Puppy Have Bald Spots? 8 Vet Reviewed Reasons

While it is normal for puppies to shed some hair—particularly as they transition to an adult coat—it is not normal for them to lose so much hair that they deve…

Are There Alternatives to Brushing a Dog's Teeth? Facts & FAQ (Vet Answer)

Are There Alternatives to Brushing a Dog's Teeth? Facts & FAQ (Vet Answer)

Periodontal disease is the change to the oral cavity caused by plaque and tartar accumulation, a condition that impacts most dogs within their lifetime. In fac…

Is My Dog Dead or Unconscious? 5 Tips to Check (Vet Answer)

Is My Dog Dead or Unconscious? 5 Tips to Check (Vet Answer)

No one wants to find their dog non-responsive. Maybe they’ve been slowly declining with age, or maybe you’ve found them in this state out of the blue. The firs…

Internal Bleeding in Dogs: Causes, Facts & Prognosis (Vet Answer)

Internal Bleeding in Dogs: Causes, Facts & Prognosis (Vet Answer)

We tend to be more afraid of the things that we can’t see than those that we can. While an open wound on your dog that is gushing blood may be frightful, inter…

When to Take Your Dog to the Vet: 15 Emergencies Reviewed (Vet Answer)

When to Take Your Dog to the Vet: 15 Emergencies Reviewed (Vet Answer)

All dog owners will know that our canine companions are very much a part of the family. It's so important to keep them healthy with regular trips to the vet fo…