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Giardiasis
Giardiasis is a disease caused by protozoan parasites of the genus Giardia. This infection is very common in many species of wild and domestic animals…
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Meet The Most Loyal Dog Breeds
For centuries, humans have enjoyed a special and close bond with their canine friends. While most all dogs are loyal to some degree, some are instinctively…
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Swollen Kidneys
Swollen kidneys, medically known as renomegaly, is a condition in which one or both kidneys become abnormally enlarged. The kidneys of a pet are more enlarged…
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Dog Aggression Towards Other Dogs
Your dog may become aggressive toward other dogs for a number of reasons. There are different types of aggression your dog may be experiencing. Several types…
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Palpable Thyroid Gland
If the thyroid gland of the pet is large enough to feel when you put your fingers on the throat, then the gland is “palpable”. Healthy thyroid glands in pets…
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Torn Ligament
Articular ligaments are fibrous bands that connect bones to other bones to create joints. They are extremely important in maintaining skeletal integrity, so…
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Diy Cat Toys
One of the most entertaining scenes to watch is a kitten or cat at play. If you are not a captive audience, however, those little toys seem to vanish into the…
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Recurrent Skin Infections
Chronic infection of an open Lesion in a dog or cat. Various skin infections are quite common in pets; however, when they become recurrent, it can be a cause…
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Limb Pain
A dog or cat can have limp pain in one leg or more legs of a pet. Limb pain in dogs and cats can occur in one leg or several legs of a pet. A dog or cat can…
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How To Crate Train A Puppy
There are many wonderful benefits to crate training your puppy. A dog crate or wire kennel can provide your puppy with a safe place to go when it is tired or…
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Lipoma
Lipomas are benign tumors or masses that develop beneath the skin in both dogs and cats. Over time, they can grow quite large and can even impede your pet’s…
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Alert Ears
The ears are perked-up, forward-pointing and turning to catch sounds. The most common cause of alert ears is that something draws your pet’s attention. Alert…
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Open Mouth Breathing
The pet has a difficulty to breathe in oxygen, and they may practice what is known as open-mouth breathing. Some of the most common reasons dogs and cats may…
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Best Pet Safety Tips For Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is an enjoyable time of the year and while you may be tempted to share the festivities with your pet, it is not such a good idea. Thanksgiving…
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Dog And Human Relationship
There is no surprise when we hear people say “Dogs are a man’s best friend.” The human canine relationship is a unique bond shared between pet and pet parent…
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Unwillingness To Jump
The dog or cat is unwilling to jump because it has a difficulty or pain while jumping. When pets display an unwillingness to jump, it is typically a symptom…
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How To Stuff A Kong
KONG toys provide a fun way to keep your pooch occupied and out of trouble for awhile. They appeal to your dog’s ancestral instinct to hunt and scavenge for…
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Canine Thrombopathia
Hereditary canine thrombopathia is a genetic platelet function disorder affecting signal transduction. It causes abnormal bleeding in affected pets. Experts…
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Three Basic Eye Health Tests For Pets
If your dog or cat is exhibiting signs of an eye problem, your veterinarian will perform a complete physical examination, followed by three basic eye health…
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Halloween Safety For Pets
As children and grownups alike anticipate the fun of Halloween, it is important to take precautions to keep pets safe. Holiday dangers for pets can turn a…