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Dog Pancreatitis: What Causes It & What You Can Do Preventive …

Typically, in dogs with spontaneous pancreatitis, the cause is unknown. And the symptoms are so variable that an owner can miss a mild bout of pancreatitis — but the damage has already begun. Dogs that have acute … See more

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The Active Dog Guide: How Much Exercise Your Canine Needs

WEBToo little exercise and your dog can become overweight or engage in boredom behaviors like digging or destructive chewing. Too much exercise and your dog …

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How to Take Care of Your Dog's Nose Preventive Vet

WEBUsing artificial tears may help. The abnormal conformation of the skull results in folds of skin over the nose region called nasal folds. Moisture can become retained in …

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Puppy Nutritional Guide Preventive Vet

WEBThe time to switch to adult food is dependent on breed size, but consult with your vet on the timing that is right for your unique pup. The following timelines are a …

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How to Properly Care for Your Dog's Paw Pads Preventive Vet

WEBMake it a habit to check your dog’s paw pads regularly. Gently spread their toes apart and inspect the sides of their paw pads and between their toes for any injuries …

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How to Choose the Right Dog Food for You and Your Dog

WEBFor senior dogs, nutrients like fiber that help them feel full and maintain a healthy body weight, dental support, and omega-3 fatty acids, specifically EPA/DHA, as …

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Dog Bad Breath – Why It Happens & How to Treat It

WEBSupplement with prebiotics and probiotics: This can help keep the mouth, gastrointestinal tract, and skin microbiome in proper balance. When they are in proper …

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Why Your Dog's Coat Gets Matted — and What You Can Do About It

WEBIn extreme cases, the dog's coat will become what groomers call "pelted" — when matting is very tight to the skin, preventing proper airflow. Matting and pelting …

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What Kind of Peanut Butter is Safe for Dogs

WEBThe rule of thumb is to give no more than 10% of your dog’s daily calories in treats. The exact amount of peanut butter will vary from dog to dog and from peanut …

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Spay and Neuter Essentials: The Lifesaving Benefits for Your Cat

WEBBetter Health. When spayed prior to 6 months of age there is a 91% reduction in the risk of mammary cancer. If done between 7 and 12 months of age the …

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Dog Supplements & Treatment for Arthritis & Mobility

WEBThe Omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oils can help to decrease inflammation in a dog’s arthritic joints when given at a certain dosage. Here are three supplements …

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Herbs & Spices for Dogs Preventive Vet

WEBServing: Use dried or ground ginger – mix in food or bake into treats. 1/16 teaspoon for toy breed sizes; 1/8 to 1/4 tsp for small dogs; 1/4 to 1/2 tsp for medium …

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What Your Dog's Poo Can Tell You About Their Health

WEBIntussusception (when part of the intestine folds into an adjacent part of the intestine) Back pain or IVDD. Neurologic dysfunction. Diarrhea (see more on this below) …

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Your Dog Has Diarrhea: What to Do and NOT Do Preventive Vet

WEBStart with small amounts frequently and gradually increase the volume. Example: For toy and small breeds, offer about 2 to 3 mls every 30 to 60 minutes. For …

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Benefits of Fish Oil for Pets & Which Ones Are Safe

WEBCardiovascular System. Lowers blood pressure. Certain heart conditions, such as atrial fibrillation. Heart-failure-associated inflammation can be reduced. Helps …

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Fatty Liver Disease in Cats — What It Is and How to Protect Your Cat

WEBDrastic or sudden changes to diet can upset your cat’s digestive system or even cause them to lose interest in eating, both of which can then lead to fatty liver …

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Treatment & Supplements for Cat Arthritis Preventive Vet

WEBFeed or give treats to your cat in the carrier. Spray the carrier with Feliway, and then spray a towel or bandana with Feliway to leave in the carrier. Start this a few …

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What to Do if You're Bitten by a Cat Preventive Vet

WEBGently clean the wound with hand soap. Avoid cleaning with strong disinfectants or other chemicals, as they can sting and cause additional pain around the …

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Litter Box 101: The Best Litter for Your Cat Preventive Vet

WEBHere are two things that we know generally about cats and their litter preferences: Smaller Litter Particles: Cats tend to prefer fine particle litters, as opposed …

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