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Treatment options vary depending on whether your dog’s tumor is benign or malignant. Here are descriptions of the eight most common types of dog tumors with pictures and early detection tips.
- July 4, 2023
Treatment options vary depending on whether your dog’s tumor is benign or malignant. Here are descriptions of the eight most common types of dog tumors with pictures and early detection tips.
Use a digital rectal thermometer designed for pets to accurately take your dog’s temperature.
- June 30, 2023
Use a digital rectal thermometer designed for pets to accurately take your dog’s temperature.
Huskies are double-coated and require extra grooming during shedding season. Brush daily and use a special de-shedding shampoo and conditioner to ensure fabulous fur.
- June 27, 2023
Huskies are double-coated and require extra grooming during shedding season. Brush daily and use a special de-shedding shampoo and conditioner to ensure fabulous fur.
A puppy cut is a single-length full body haircut that’s easy to maintain for many busy dog parents and active dogs, but it’s not the right cut for every dog breed. Dogster’s professional groomer explains why.
- June 26, 2023
A puppy cut is a single-length full body haircut that’s easy to maintain for many busy dog parents and active dogs, but it’s not the right cut for every dog breed. Dogster’s professional groomer explains why.
Easy to use, effective and tasty to dogs are factors that help these dog mouth washes make our best list.
- June 24, 2023
Easy to use, effective and tasty to dogs are factors that help these dog mouth washes make our best list.
Aside from choking, dogs who ate or chewed on a battery are at risk for serious health issues from the toxic metals. Contact your veterinarian or poison control immediately.
- June 22, 2023
Aside from choking, dogs who ate or chewed on a battery are at risk for serious health issues from the toxic metals. Contact your veterinarian or poison control immediately.
Dogs with underactive thyroid glands develop hypothyroidism. Find out how this disease may shorten your dog’s lifespan and what to do about it.
- June 20, 2023
Dogs with underactive thyroid glands develop hypothyroidism. Find out how this disease may shorten your dog’s lifespan and what to do about it.
Hyperthyroidism in dogs is rare but has serious consequences. Recognize the signs that can be associated with this excess in thyroid hormones and act early for the best outcome.
- June 16, 2023
Hyperthyroidism in dogs is rare but has serious consequences. Recognize the signs that can be associated with this excess in thyroid hormones and act early for the best outcome.
You can’t differentiate toxic and non-toxic cyanobacteria with the naked eye as it is not always blue-green in color. Find out what you must know about this alga that is toxic to dogs.
- June 3, 2023
You can’t differentiate toxic and non-toxic cyanobacteria with the naked eye as it is not always blue-green in color. Find out what you must know about this alga that is toxic to dogs.
Visit your vet ASAP. Signs of toxicity (restlessness, hyperactivity, vomiting and agitation) can occur within 30 minutes after your dog ate coffee grounds, sometimes progressing to tremors and seizures.
- June 3, 2023
Visit your vet ASAP. Signs of toxicity (restlessness, hyperactivity, vomiting and agitation) can occur within 30 minutes after your dog ate coffee grounds, sometimes progressing to tremors and seizures.
What to do if your dog is choking? Here’s how to perform the doggy Heimlich maneuver plus how to keep your dog from choking on toys and treats in the first place.
- June 2, 2023
What to do if your dog is choking? Here’s how to perform the doggy Heimlich maneuver plus how to keep your dog from choking on toys and treats in the first place.
Ingesting common household items often causes bowel obstruction in dogs. If your dog shows signs, such as vomiting, diarrhea or lethargy, take him to the veterinarian immediately.
- June 1, 2023
Ingesting common household items often causes bowel obstruction in dogs. If your dog shows signs, such as vomiting, diarrhea or lethargy, take him to the veterinarian immediately.
At the break, stop the bleeding using slight pressure and styptic powder. Then apply dog-safe antibiotic and a bandage. If you can’t get the bleeding to stop, it’s time to see a vet.
- May 30, 2023
At the break, stop the bleeding using slight pressure and styptic powder. Then apply dog-safe antibiotic and a bandage. If you can’t get the bleeding to stop, it’s time to see a vet.
A significantly elevated ALT liver enzyme and symptoms like occasional vomiting and lack of interest in eating may point to chronic hepatitis, which should be treated immediately.
- May 28, 2023
A significantly elevated ALT liver enzyme and symptoms like occasional vomiting and lack of interest in eating may point to chronic hepatitis, which should be treated immediately.
Dog ate weed? First – be honest; no one will report you for having weed and it could save your dog’s life, especially if other toxins are involved.
- May 22, 2023
Dog ate weed? First – be honest; no one will report you for having weed and it could save your dog’s life, especially if other toxins are involved.
Two types of mites cause mange in dogs — one type of mange that’s not contagious and another that spreads to other dogs and people.
- May 21, 2023
Two types of mites cause mange in dogs — one type of mange that’s not contagious and another that spreads to other dogs and people.
Seven days is the standard amount of time for taking a cone off after neuter, but before taking action, determine whether the incision is inflamed and if your dog will ignore it.
- May 20, 2023
Seven days is the standard amount of time for taking a cone off after neuter, but before taking action, determine whether the incision is inflamed and if your dog will ignore it.
Treat carbon monoxide poisoning in dogs as an emergency. Recognize the signs so you can act fast if your dog is exposed.
- May 11, 2023
Treat carbon monoxide poisoning in dogs as an emergency. Recognize the signs so you can act fast if your dog is exposed.
Your dog’s coat texture and length determines the best dog brush for him. We break down when to use, pin brushes, bristle brushes and slicker brushes.
- May 10, 2023
Your dog’s coat texture and length determines the best dog brush for him. We break down when to use, pin brushes, bristle brushes and slicker brushes.
Watch for an allergic reaction like abnormal breathing, odd behavior and swelling around the mouth. Once digested, the bee shouldn’t pose any more threat to your dog.
- May 6, 2023
Watch for an allergic reaction like abnormal breathing, odd behavior and swelling around the mouth. Once digested, the bee shouldn’t pose any more threat to your dog.
Massage therapy for dogs relieves arthritis pain, common in senior dogs. Dig into these four soothing dog massage tips, plus a how-to video.
- May 1, 2023
Massage therapy for dogs relieves arthritis pain, common in senior dogs. Dig into these four soothing dog massage tips, plus a how-to video.
One easy gas-relief home remedy: Serve your dog’s food in a slow-feeder bowl to cut down his gulping air during mealtime. These four other steps also stop the stink.
- April 28, 2023
One easy gas-relief home remedy: Serve your dog’s food in a slow-feeder bowl to cut down his gulping air during mealtime. These four other steps also stop the stink.
Make incremental 1/16 inch cuts to avoid hitting the quick, which is harder to see on black dog nails.
- April 27, 2023
Make incremental 1/16 inch cuts to avoid hitting the quick, which is harder to see on black dog nails.
At 3 years old, dogs are in their human-equivalent of the early 20s. But calculating dog age is more involved than a chart. Our veterinarian explains why.
- April 23, 2023
At 3 years old, dogs are in their human-equivalent of the early 20s. But calculating dog age is more involved than a chart. Our veterinarian explains why.
Our veterinarians dig into the 5 most common types of cysts on dogs and how to remove them.
- April 21, 2023
Our veterinarians dig into the 5 most common types of cysts on dogs and how to remove them.
Look for changes in stool and frequent scooting as two of the most common anal gland cancer symptoms in dogs. Here’s why early detection of anal gland tumors can save your dog’s life.
- April 13, 2023
Look for changes in stool and frequent scooting as two of the most common anal gland cancer symptoms in dogs. Here’s why early detection of anal gland tumors can save your dog’s life.
We show you the latest dog bathing products and bath supplies to make bathing your dog less of a chore for the both of you.
- April 12, 2023
We show you the latest dog bathing products and bath supplies to make bathing your dog less of a chore for the both of you.
Know what can trigger a seizure in your dog and what to do depending on which type he is having: reactive or extracranial, structural or intracranial, or a seizure due to epilepsy.
- April 10, 2023
Know what can trigger a seizure in your dog and what to do depending on which type he is having: reactive or extracranial, structural or intracranial, or a seizure due to epilepsy.
Know these six signs and symptoms of cancer for early detection, so today’s advances in treatment can offer the best outcome to your dog.
- April 4, 2023
Know these six signs and symptoms of cancer for early detection, so today’s advances in treatment can offer the best outcome to your dog.
While, it’s scary to see your beloved dog having a seizure, stay calm. We explain what a seizure looks like and best ways to handle it.
- April 2, 2023
While, it’s scary to see your beloved dog having a seizure, stay calm. We explain what a seizure looks like and best ways to handle it.
