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Does Your Dog Need a Flu Shot?
While humans worry about H1N1 virus, dog owners may consider whether to give their dog a flu vaccine to immunize against the contagious canine, H3N8 influenza virus. more...
Dog's Swollen Ear Flap May Be a Hematoma
Bleeding under the skin of the pinna causes a puffy appearance known as an aural hematoma and should be treated by a veterinarian to prevent infection, pain and scarring. more...
When the tear gland of the third eyelid slips out of place and becomes inflamed, the medical term is nictitans gland prolapse, but may not be as serious as it appears. more...
World's Oldest Dogs Live More Than Twenty Years
Chanel, a Dachshund mix, lived to age 21; Bluey, an Australian cattle dog, lived to age 29. Here's how to help your senior dog live longer. more...
Probiotics and Prebiotics for Dogs
Feeding probiotics and prebiotics in the canine diet have been shown to improve digestive function and overall health. more...
Called seizure, convulsion, fit, and epilepsy, this fainting, thrashing, shaking behavior alarms dog owners but here's what to do. more...
Protecting Your Dog's Feet from Summer Burns
Dog foot pads are generally tough protection for the feet but walking on hot surfaces in summer can cause burns, blisters, soreness, and infection. more...
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Dog dandruff can easily be treated at home if a vet has already ruled out any underlying health conditions. Fido will appreciate having the white flakes gone! more...
The Use of Prostethic Eyes in Dogs
Losing an eye to glaucoma or an eye injury is a dramatic event. However, today dog owners may feel better by having a prosthetic eye placed by a good dog eye doctor. more...
Treatment of Ear Hematomas in Dogs
By: Lyda Phillips
Hematomas in dogs are most common in their ears and usually require surgery to correct. The surgery is simple but often causes permanent scarring and weakness of the ear. more...
Canine Urinary Tract Infection and Struvites
By: Mary Spierling
Struvite crystals are not unusual in normal urine and present no concern unless they are present in very large amounts which can result in stones. more...
Two New Truly Gluten-Free Dog Treat Recipes
By: Sandy McCollum
Do you really know all the foods that contain gluten? Your allergic pet depends on you having that knowledge. Here's two easy recipes and a list you need to know. more...
How to Choose the Right Dog for You
By: Carreen Maloney
Finding the dog that suits your needs is a decision that requires realistic expectations and some research to avoid taking on a commitment that you can't handle. more...
By: Donald Lingle
When it's time for Fluffy to get a bath, is it worth it to go to a professional groomer, or deal with the mess, dirty towels and a wet bathroom? more...
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