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Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Pancreatitis in Dogs – Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Pancreatitis in dogs is one of those conditions that owners must be informed about before it strikes because the warning signs may not always be obvious at first, the symptoms might be mistaken for something less serious, and yet it’s potentially life-threatening. The medical definition of pancreatitis is simple: “inflammation of the pancreas.” But like […]
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| February 22, 2021
Expert Advice: Comfort & Sleep
Who Will Take Care of Your Dog if You Can’t?
When you get a dog, you commit to providing loving care throughout your canine companion’s lifetime. For a responsible owner, this includes planning who will care for your dog if you become incapacitated or die before the dog does. This is not a happy thought, but if you take the necessary and proper steps to […]
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| January 25, 2021
Expert Advice: Can my dog...
Can Dogs Drink Coffee?
If you know your dog drank coffee or ate coffee grounds or beans, you need to monitor them for toxicity. Here's what to do if your dog drinks coffee.
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| January 5, 2021
Expert Advice: Studies
How Lost Dogs Find Their Way Home
How exactly do lost dogs find their way home from so far afield? New research from the Czech Republic might hold the answer.
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| October 13, 2020
Expert Advice: Senior Dog Health
Do You Need Pet Insurance for Your Dog?
Pet insurance for dogs can be an important tool in caring for your beloved pet. Here are some important things to take into account when considering dog pet insurance.
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| September 1, 2020
Expert Advice: Health
Tummy Troubles: When Does Dog Vomiting Require Veterinary Care?
When your dog is showing signs of illness or injury, you become a first responder, assessing your patient and determining what type of care—if any—he requires. For a vomiting dog, ask the following questions: Does he look sick? If your dog is—on one extreme—lying down and uninterested in the surroundings as well as vomiting, it’s […]
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| May 26, 2020
Expert Advice: Health
Prepare a Care Plan for Your Dogs in the COVID-19 Age
During this age of COVID-19, you practice social distancing and abide by stay at home regulations. But even with all safety measures, you should be prepared if the worst happens and you become ill or hospitalized. Create a plan and designate caretakers so your dogs are supported if your family and you are unable to do so. Being […]
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| April 27, 2020
Expert Advice: News
Sheltering in Place With Your Dog During an Emergency or Disaster
Depending on the type and intensity of a natural disaster or pandemic, it may be safer for you and your dog to stay where you are than to evacuate. FEMA advises that sheltering in place is appropriate when “conditions require that you seek immediate protection in your home, place of employment, school, or other location […]
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| March 14, 2020
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Bowel Obstruction in Dogs: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Bowel obstruction in dogs can cause lots of gastrointestinal issues and other health problems. If you suspect your dog has eaten a foreign object, contact your vet right away.
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| January 16, 2020
Expert Advice: Health
Emergency Preparedness: The Essential Guide for Dog Owners
Do you have a disaster plan in place for your dog? When it comes to emergency preparedness, here's what every dog owner needs to know.
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| January 16, 2020