Health & Care
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Dog Pooping Blood? Here’s What to Do Next
A dog pooping blood calls for medical attention, but before you call your vet, make sure that the red stuff you're seeing is, in fact, blood. Here's how to determine if it's blood in your dog's stool — or something else.
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Dogs in Heat: 9 Things to Know
Let's talk dogs in heat — What should you do if your dog is in heat? And what are the signs of a female dog in heat in the first place? Do dogs know when they're in heat?
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Researchers 3D Print New Skull for Dog with Cancer
A 3D-printed skull plate saved the life of one dog with a multilobular osteochondrosarcoma tumor.
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How to Tell If a Puppy Is a Boy or a Girl
When a litter of puppies is whelped, you may be wondering how to tell if a puppy is a boy or a girl. Here are some helpful tips on how to figure out a puppy's gender.
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Dog Coughs After Drinking Water — What’s Going On
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.
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My Dog Sleeps All Day — Is It Normal?
Ever thought, "My dogs sleeps all day"? You're not alone. If your dog sleeps all day, it might be normal … or not. We turned to the experts for insight into dog sleeping habits. This is what they said.
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What to Know About a Collapsing Trachea in Dogs
What is a collapsing trachea in dogs? And what is the prognosis for dog’s with a collapsing trachea? Get the facts here.
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Why Is Your Dog Peeing on the Bed? Taking a Look at Hormone-Responsive Urinary Incontinence
A syndrome called hormone-responsive urinary incontinence is a common cause of a dog peeing on the bed — at least in middle-aged, spayed female dogs. Let's find out more about it here.
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Separation Anxiety Study Shows Petting is Beneficial
Petting your pup before you leave could be a factor in easing separation anxiety.
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Is Benadryl Safe for Dogs? What to Know About Benadryl for Dogs
Regular-strength Benadryl is a common OTC antihistamine. So, is Benadryl safe for dogs? Let's look at how and when Benadryl might be recommended for dogs with allergies, anxiety, insect stings or bites, and motion sickness.
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Do Dogs Have Periods?
Do dogs have periods? Well, a dog's estrous cycle is different from the human menstrual cycle — here's how.
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Dog Tear Stains — How to Make Natural Dog Tear Stain Remover (and More!)
From making diet changes to using natural brightening and cleansing solutions, here's how to make dog tear stain remover and how to prevent dog tear stains in the first place.
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Skin Tags on Dogs (Plus Lipomas and Other Lumps) — What to Know
While skin tags on dogs and other lumps are common as dogs grow older, no skin growth should be dismissed without veterinary attention!
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What to Know About Your 10-Year-Old Dog
Is your doggo celebrating double digits? Find out what the 10-year mark means for your dog’s behavior and well-being.
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Can Dogs Drink Beer, Wine or Other Types of Alcohol?
Posing your dog with an alcoholic beverage for a photo and taking him along to a local brewery is cute — but can dogs drink beer? And can dogs drink wine? What about any type of alcohol?
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Cherry Eye in Dogs — Prevention and Treatment
Cherry eye in dogs affects the tear gland in the third eyelid, and it should be treated early to prevent long-term eye problems.
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5 Home Remedies for Fleas on Dogs
From treating your dog to treating your home, we’ve found a few easy home remedies for fleas on dogs.
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Why Do Dogs Howl? 5 Reasons
Why do dogs howl? It starts with wolf ancestry, but there are many reasons why dogs howl. Let's review some of the reasons for a dog howling right here.
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The Best Dog Food for All Life Stages
What do you feed a puppy? How about an adult dog or an older dog? Let's discuss the best dog food according to your dog's age.
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Let’s Talk About Dog Lipstick — a.k.a. the Dog Penis
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?
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Your Dog Ate a Sock — What to Do Next
If your dog ate a sock, here's what happens to that sock and when you need to see the vet. Plus, not sure if your dog swallowed a sock? Here are some of the signs.
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Homemade Dog Shampoo — 3 Simple Recipes
Combating fleas? Soothing dry skin? Looking for a dry shampoo for dogs? There's a simple homemade dog shampoo recipe for all needs.
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Let’s Talk About Dog Nipples
How many nipples do dogs have? Do male dogs have nipples, too? What is mastitis in dogs? We answer everything you ever wanted to know (and more!) about dog nipples.
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Why Is My Dog Vomiting White Foam?
Is your dog vomiting white foam? Let’s look at some of the reasons for a dog vomiting white foam and find out what to do next when your dog is throwing up white foam.
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6 Natural Ways to Ease Your Dog’s Anal Sac Distress
Does your dog have an itchy butt? Is your dog scooting across the floor? Anal gland or anal sac issues might be at play. After checking with your vet, help your dog's anal sac distress by getting his anal glands to regularly empty on their own with diet and exercise.
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Everything You Wanted to Know About Dog Penis Behavior
Here’s everything you want to know — but didn’t want to ask — about the dog penis … from why the lipsticks come out to dog penis discharge.
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My Dog’s Breath Smells — Why?
Ever thought, "My dog's breath smells" … and wondered why and what to do about it? You’re hardly alone. We talk to a pro about the reasons for bad dog breath and how to treat it.
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Why Is Your Dog’s Stomach Making Noises? A Vet Weighs In
If you’ve ever wondered, “Why is my dog's stomach making noises?” you’re not alone. A vet tells us if your dog's stomach making noises is normal ... or a cause for concern.
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Let’s Talk Taurine for Dogs — Grain-Free Diets, Supplements and More
Let’s talk about taurine for dogs — what does taurine have to do with dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM)? Should you stop feeding your dog a grain-free diet? Do you need a taurine supplement for your dog?
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Sardines for Dogs? Can Dogs Eat Sardines?
We know you're thinking ... sardines for dogs? Can dogs eat sardines? It turns out this flavorful little fish has big nutritional value for people AND dogs. Let’s talk about why sardines are good for dogs, how to feed them to your dogs — and a few words of caution when it comes to sardines for dogs.
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