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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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Help! Our Puppy Hates to Be Brushed!
By Mikkel Becker, April 5, 2017Our friendly, happy puppy hates having his fur brushed — he will run and hide when he sees the brush come out. What can we do to get him used to being groomed?Dogs tend to remember experiences that… 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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7 Things New Puppy Owners May Not Realize
By Caroline Golon, March 23, 2017It might surprise you to learn (or maybe it won't!) that some first-time puppy owners are shocked to find the sweet, soft, puppy-breathed angel they thought they were bringing home actually seems to… 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 ›
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Our Secret Weapons to Tackle Pet Odors
By Laura Cross , March 13, 2017Whether it’s a subtle scent or a sickening stench, pet odors are one of the biggest frustrations owners deal with. Constantly plugging your nose or apologizing for the smell is no way to live.… Full Article ›