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Lyme Disease: What Dog Owners Should Know
By Dr. Mary Fuller DVM, April 26, 2017In the Northeast and upper midwestern parts of United States — the hotbed for Lyme disease — up to 90 percent of dogs may test positive for the bacteria that cause the disease. Of those dogs,… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Dog… Dig in the Carpet?
By Dr. Wailani Sung MS, PhD, DVM, DACVB, April 24, 2017What is it about carpet that seems to incite some dogs to want to ‘dig to China’? Do you cringe when you hear the telltale scrape of canine toenails furiously trying to scratch their way through your… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Dog… Always Look Sad?
By Dr. Wailani Sung MS, PhD, DVM, DACVB, April 18, 2017What is it about so many canine faces that makes them seem so sad? Drooping ears, lids and lips, soulful eyes and a mournful demeanor — we’ve all seen that look. Is it any wonder that we worry if our… Full Article ›
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How to Keep Your Dog Happy on Crate Rest
By Kristen Seymour, April 10, 2017If you were told you needed to be on bed rest for the next few weeks to allow an injury to properly heal, you probably wouldn't be thrilled, but you'd understand the reason for it — and, most likely,… Full Article ›
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Bulbs, Corms, Tubers and Rhizomes: What Potential Toxins Are Lurking Below the Soil?
By Dr. Tina Wismer DVM, DABVT, DABT, April 6, 2017Springtime flowers are beautiful, but some are potentially dangerous to our pets. The "bulb" plants can be toxic. Botanically speaking, flower bulbs come in many forms: true bulbs, corms, tubers,… Full Article ›
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Video: Should You Allow Your Dog in Your Bed?
By Vetstreet Staff, April 4, 2017For some dog owners, snoozing next to their furry best friend is a dream come true. But for others, trying to catch some shut-eye with a four-legged snoring machine in the bed is a total nightmare.… Full Article ›
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Why Doesn’t My Dog... Want to Go for a Walk?
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, April 3, 2017Walks are why many of us get a dog. A dog lover almost always has a friend ready to go for a walk to jump-start the day or wind down after work. When our best walking buddies don’t want to go along,… Full Article ›
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5 Things That May Trigger Your Pet's Allergies
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, April 3, 2017It’s allergy season for humans, and many of us are carrying tissues and rubbing itchy, swollen eyes. But did you know that your pet could be suffering from allergies, too?Environmental allergens,… Full Article ›
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Socializing the Adult Dog: Sorting Good Advice From Bad
By Dr. Wailani Sung MS, PhD, DVM, DACVB, March 21, 2017One of the most common behavior problems I see among adult dogs is overly reactive or fearful behavior. People frequently think that when they see a dog that barks and lunges at other dogs or people… Full Article ›
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Don't Drink the Water: Blue-Green Algae Can Be Deadly for Dogs and Other Animals
By Dr. Mary Fuller DVM, March 20, 2017It should be the epitome of pure joy: a dog leaping off the dock and splashing into a lake on a sweltering summer day. But for some dog owners, the scene can quickly turn into tragedy. The culprit:… Full Article ›
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5 Reasons an Irish Setter Might Be the Right Dog Breed for You
By Meredith Hooker Williams, March 17, 2017If you’ve seen the 1962 Disney movie Big Red, you might be familiar with the Irish Setter, an often-charming redhead who seems to have boatloads of energy. This Sporting dog tends to retain his… Full Article ›
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Helpful Tips for Living With a Pet Who Is Deaf or Hearing-Impaired
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM , March 14, 2017One of the sweetest things about my profession as a veterinarian is the opportunity to see the love shared between people and pets. What’s even more special is seeing the accommodations people make… Full Article ›