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A recent research study of stressed-out college students found the simple act of petting therapy dogs proved to be more effective at enhancing thinking and planning skills than traditional stress-management programs.
A dogβs first veterinary exam, no matter the age, is essential to uncover hidden diseases. Some dog parents believe the first visit is merely for vaccinations, but the real value is a thorough physical exam. So what are vets looking for? Letβs tour a typical exam to find out.
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Itβs a diagnosis no veterinarian likes to make. As soon as the word is spoken, it shatters the room. This time was no different. βItβs cancer. Max has a malignant mast cell tumor. I am so sorry.β But no need to fret! Here’s some information that will help.
Switching dog food too fast can lead to discomfort and drama. Hereβs the fuss-free guide to changing your dogβs food.
By analyzing body mass, long bone length and genetics, researchers at the University of Bristol have revealed breeds with increased and reduced odds of osteosarcoma (an aggressive bone cancer).
Parvo is so frightening because it is extremely easy to spread and can often be fatal.
Symptoms and solutions for this subtle, chronic disease.
Previously vets werenβt recommending puppies to be neutered before six months of age, but in recent years this is shifting. The best age to neuter a dog is going to mostly be based on the dogβs breed and size.
Spaying puppies sometimes as young as 7 weeks has become increasingly common in shelters and with rescues. But how soon is too soon to spay a dog?
When you see your dog limping, itβs natural to want to get to the root of the problem and figure out why.
Itβs 3 a.m., and youβre sound asleep. Suddenly, your dog is coughing. Or is he gagging? Wait! Is he choking?! You leap out of bed to check on him, and heβs already gone back to sleep. Dogs make all kinds of funny noises, and most donβt signal a problem. So when should you be concerned?
Our dogβs pulse is a measure of their heart rates and is a critical vital sign in assessing health. Here’s how to check it at home.
Is your dog struggling to see? It may be a case of canine cataracts. But what are cataracts? And is surgery always necessary? Here’s what you got to know.
Vets are reporting an uptick in ailments usually associated with hanging out with other dogs β visits to dog parks, what gives?
We turned to pro groomers (as well as some of our own tried-and-true tips) to bring you the best ways to deal with β and prevent βΒ matted dog hair.
Experts share how the CBD pet product trend has grown and where it is going next.
Diagnosed with an aggressive tumor, Forrest is still enjoying life with his family three years later thanks to FidoCureβs recommended cancer treatment.
Let’s be clear. Dog lipstick is a euphemism for dog penis, and most people don’t like seeing it. But is a dog lipstick sighting ever something to bring to your vet’s attention?
Add pep to your petβs steps with our expertsβ 9 healthy and dietary tips.
If your dog coughs after drinking water, let’s examine three potential health issues that could be at play and what to do about each.
Is your dog pooping yellow? Does he need a trip to the vet ASAP? Learn when yellow dog poop is a cause for concern βΒ and what to do about it.
Green dog poop happens for a couple of different reasons βΒ some of them serious and others not. Hereβs how to tell the difference and what to do about green dog poop.
Protein debate got you puzzled? Weβll clue you in to meat quality, quantity and necessity.
What they are and what you can do about them.
Is your dog vomiting white foam? Letβs look at some reasons for a dog vomiting white foam and find out what to do when your dog is throwing up white foam.
Cherry eye in dogs affects the tear gland in the third eyelid, and it should be treated early to prevent long-term eye problems.
There are three types of IVDD veterinariΒans must distinguish between. Learn the types and how you can help ease your dog’s pain.
When to reach for Benadryl or ask your vet about different solutions for your dogβs allergies.
Hereβs everything you want to know β but didnβt want to ask β about the dog penis β¦ from why the lipsticks come out to dog penis discharge.
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