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What’s more classic than the image of a dog with a bone? Given this idea, it would be understandable to assume that feeding bones to your dog is a perfectly safe and natural practice. However, this isn’t always the case. In fact, giving your dog a bone can be downright dangerous. So, what about chicken […]

When you take a look at a hyena, it would be easy to imagine that they’re related to dogs. With their upright ears, loping gait, and social behavior, they seem to share many canine characteristics. However, you might be surprised to learn that hyenas are not closely related to dogs at all, and if anything,

When a dog gives birth, their human carer usually puts a lot of thought into getting ready for the delivery and where the puppies are going to be put when they arrive, but quite often we don’t think about what could go wrong during or after delivery. Becoming familiar with the normal, and not so

We’ve heard people talk about ‘sounds that only a dog can hear’, and we all know that our dogs can hear the rustling of a chip packet from a mile away, but what are the real facts about a dog’s sense of hearing? Although the superior intellect and brain capacity of humans have allowed us

Did you know that not only can dogs suffer from asthma, but they can also be prescribed asthma puffers to manage their condition? After all, it’s not every day that you’ll see a dog taking a deep pull on their inhaler at the end of a run or at the peak of allergy season. And,

Don’t let the name deceive you – Happy Tail Syndrome is not a particularly happy situation. In fact, it can be extremely messy, challenging to treat, and expensive to resolve. One of the main problems in treating this is that it’s not usually a particularly painful condition, so the human is usually having to convince

Most dogs are excellent companions for introverted people. Dogs provide an easy, non-judgemental relationship that has benefits that go both ways; your dog benefits from your love and care while you get stress relief, emotional support, a reason to get out of the house, and even a conversation starter! Contrary to popular belief, introverts are

The urinary tract is a complex system of storage and release. It’s responsible for forming urine by removing excess fluid and waste products from the blood. It also keeps the good things that the body shouldn’t dump out, such as certain electrolytes. It then moves the newly created urine to the bladder for storage and

Any time a pet dies, there is sadness and devastation, but none more so than if one dies while at a veterinary hospital. After all, you brought your pet there for care and potentially life-saving measures. In addition to grieving your lost pet, you now also have a veterinary bill, but do you still have

Who doesn’t love the massive amounts of chocolate, sugar, and other bad-for-you goodies found in every store.  But what us veterinarians don’t love are the dogs who get into the candy stash. Even if you think you have all of the candy out of reach and/or hidden, leave it to your dog to find a

If you’re a cat parent, you know the joy of giving your furry friend a tasty cat treat now and again. The same goes for dog parents and dog treats. But what if you have both cats and dogs in the house and run out of dog treats? Is it safe to give your dog

If you have seen videos of a dog making a retching noise, you might wonder if it’s due to a gag reflex. We’re here to tell you, that yes, dogs have gag reflexes just like humans. Yet another thing we have in common! Before reading this article, you should ensure what your dog is really

All of us are likely aware of people who have serious allergies to bees and/or wasps and become worried that the same thing can happen to our dog. Oftentimes we notice our dogs lying in the sun, minding their own business, only to be interrupted by a buzzing wasp around them. If your dog is

Dogs eating glass is a risky situation. Shards of glass can damage the gastrointestinal tract or even perforate it, which can be a life-threatening situation. However, the risk depends on what the glass is like. You need to take your dog to the vet, but we will give you a quick rundown of what you

You had company over for a barbecue, and your furriest family member stole an ear of corn on the cob from someone’s plate. Is it going to be a problem? If so, what do you do when your dog eats a corn cob? What to Do if Your Dog Ate a Corn Cob Start by

There are some dogs who will get into and eat anything. I’ve met dogs who have swallowed socks, tinfoil, and even an entire stuffed animal. Even if your dog is not the type of dog who gets into things, sometimes the temptation is too great. This is especially true if there is something your dog

Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is an herb commonly found in fresh and cooked salsa, pizza, and pasta sauces. The slightly bitter and pungent flavor is very bold and makes a dramatic impact on whatever recipe it’s found in. With a taste so intense, you might wonder if oregano is a dog-friendly herb you can share with