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4 Vet-Approved Benefits of Orthopedic Dog Beds & How to Choose One

4 Vet-Approved Benefits of Orthopedic Dog Beds & How to Choose One

Orthopedic dog beds are all the craze these days. You might've seen them advertised for senior dogs or those with disabilities. If you were lucky enough to hav…

6 Common Health Problems in Shiba Inu Dogs to Be Aware Of

6 Common Health Problems in Shiba Inu Dogs to Be Aware Of

Shiba Inu dogs are an ancient Japanese breed. They’re energetic, with bold and confident personalities, and were once employed as hunters. It’s thought they we…

Alopecia in Dogs: Vet-Verified Causes, Signs & Treatments

Alopecia in Dogs: Vet-Verified Causes, Signs & Treatments

If you have noticed hair loss or new baldness in your dog, they could be suffering from alopecia. Alopecia is abnormal hair loss that is caused by a slew of di…

Popular Sire Syndrome in Dog Breeding & Consequences Explained

Popular Sire Syndrome in Dog Breeding & Consequences Explained

It may seem like common sense to breed only the best dogs to protect and grow the population of purebred dogs. However, too much of a good thing can become bad…

Can Maltipoos Be Left Alone? Vet-Approved Tips to Help Separation Anxiety

Can Maltipoos Be Left Alone? Vet-Approved Tips to Help Separation Anxiety

As much as you would rather spend all your time with your furry best friend, there will be times when you can’t physically be with them. Whether it is for work…

Why Is My Dog Breathing From His Stomach? Vet-Verified Signs, Causes & Care

Why Is My Dog Breathing From His Stomach? Vet-Verified Signs, Causes & Care

A healthy dog should have a normal rhythm to their breathing, and their chest and stomach should move in and out together. If the dog is breathing from their s…

Are Annual Dog Vaccines Necessary? Vet-Approved Facts

Are Annual Dog Vaccines Necessary? Vet-Approved Facts

Annual vaccines, also known as boosters, are absolutely necessary to prevent your dog from contracting a range of different diseases—some of them deadly. While…

How Many Chromosomes Do Dogs Have & What They Mean: Vet Reviewed Facts

How Many Chromosomes Do Dogs Have & What They Mean: Vet Reviewed Facts

Dogs have a total of 78 chromosomes in 39 pairs, inherited from each parent. One pair is sex-linked chromosomes, and females have two X chromosomes, while male…