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My Dog Keeps Eating Flies, What Should I Do? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

My Dog Keeps Eating Flies, What Should I Do? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Like all animals, dogs tend to engage in all kinds of weird behaviors, including eating flies. Some dogs simply can’t withhold the excitement that they feel wh…

8 Dogs Prone to Cushing's Disease: Vet-Approved Health Guide

8 Dogs Prone to Cushing's Disease: Vet-Approved Health Guide

If you have a dog with Cushing's disease, it's important to educate yourself on the condition they're living with. Medically known as hyperadrenocorticism,1 Cu…

7 Dogs Prone to Diabetes: Vet-Verified Breed Health

7 Dogs Prone to Diabetes: Vet-Verified Breed Health

Some dog breeds are prone to certain conditions, and diabetes is no different. Many dog breeds are more likely to develop diabetes for one reason or another. S…

Does a Maltese Shed a Lot? Vet-Verified Care and Grooming Tips

Does a Maltese Shed a Lot? Vet-Verified Care and Grooming Tips

It’s easy to fall in love with the Maltese, with those bright eyes and gorgeous white hair, but there are other factors to consider before making this dog a pa…

How to Massage a Dog with Arthritis: 6 Expert Tips (Vet Answer)

How to Massage a Dog with Arthritis: 6 Expert Tips (Vet Answer)

Arthritis is a common condition that affects many dogs, particularly as they age. Thankfully, there are many effective ways of managing canine arthritis. Nutri…

Are Conkers Poisonous to Dogs? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Are Conkers Poisonous to Dogs? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

If your dog eats a conker, you may be concerned about their health. Those concerns are justified because conkers (a type of nut from the horse chestnut tree) a…

Why Does a Shih Tzu Snort? 10 Vet Reviewed Reasons

Why Does a Shih Tzu Snort? 10 Vet Reviewed Reasons

The Shih Tzu is a small, playful breed of dog with an endearing face and long flowing coat. While most owners of this breed are familiar with their snorting an…

My Dog Ate a Prenatal Vitamin! Vet-Verified Risks, Signs & Treatment

My Dog Ate a Prenatal Vitamin! Vet-Verified Risks, Signs & Treatment

If you’re trying to fall pregnant, are breastfeeding, or are an expectant mother, you know that your prenatal vitamin is packed with all the vitamins and miner…