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Hypoallergenic Dog Foods - The Vet's Buying Guide

The Vet’s Guide on Shopping for Hypoallergenic Dog Foods

Deborah Shores, DVM - Aug 30, 2019

Most of us are already familiar with hypoallergenic products for humans – cosmetics, shampoos and the like, but what how much do you know...

Best Dog Food and Diet for Arthritic Dogs

Ask a Vet: What’s the Best Dog Food for Arthritis?

Deborah Shores, DVM - Oct 7, 2018

As dogs age, their health deteriorates, and the most common health problem in senior dogs is osteoarthritis (1). Unfortunately, canine arthritis is not exclusive to...

Can Overweight Dogs Be Put On a Diet

Ask a Vet: How to Put an Overweight Dog on a...

Deborah Shores, DVM - Aug 5, 2018

In recent years, dogs - just like their human counterparts - have become more and more overweight (1). In fact, studies show that canine obesity...

The Veterinarians Guide on Dog Flea Shampoos

The Vet’s Guide on Buying Shampoo for Dogs

Deborah Shores, DVM - Apr 3, 2018

Unfortunately for dogs, there comes a time when they must have a bath. Picking the right type of shampoo for dogs and their specific...

Flea Collar for Dogs - Vet's Buying Guide

Veterinarian’s Guide on Flea Collars for Dogs

Deborah Shores, DVM - Feb 9, 2018

Fleas have been a nuisance to dogs and their human companions for a millennia. In the last 50 years, flea control has become much...

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Is Salt Bad for Dogs

Is Salt Bad for Dogs? How Much Is Safe to Consume?

Rachael Leanny - Oct 17, 2019

There are so many human foods that are not recommended for dogs, and processed foods that we're tempted to share with our pets are...

What to Do If Dog Is Choking

What to Do If Dog Is Choking?

Diana Beth Miller - Oct 16, 2019

Our dogs are like children. They like to put different objects in their mouth and chew them or swallow them, which may result in...

Scientific Reasons to Socialize Your Dog

8 Scientific Reasons to Socialize Your Dog

Diane Fisher, PhD - Oct 15, 2019

Dogs are inherently pack animals, much like their wolf ancestors. Research shows that this mindset is deeply ingrained in Canis Familiaris, so to withhold...

Comparing Costs of Fresh Dog Food Delivery vs Store-bought Kibble

Comparing Costs of Fresh Dog Food Delivery vs. Store-bought Kibble

Shelly Graves - Oct 15, 2019

Knowing how much it will cost each month to feed your dog a specific type and/or brand of food, based on the dog’s weight,...

Dog Dental Water Additive - What It Is and How to Use It

Dog Dental Water Additive: Here’s What It Is and How to...

Kelly Pebworth, VT - Oct 14, 2019

A dog’s dental hygiene may not be at the top of the priority list when it comes to caring for your pet, but it...

5 Most Dangerous Cancerous Tumors in Dogs

Rachael Leanny - Oct 12, 2019

Even mentioning the word „cancer“ instills fear in dog owners and makes them think of the worst possible scenarios, and most commonly their pet's...

4 Common Ways People Abuse Animals

4 Common Ways People Abuse Animals

Patrick Lumontod - Oct 12, 2019

Abuse against animals is more common than one might think. Neglect, animal hoarding, animal fighting, and animal abuse related to violence in the home...

Dog Wart Removal - Step-by-Step Guide

Dog Wart Removal: Step-by-Step Guide

Shelly Graves - Oct 11, 2019

Warts in dogs, also known as canine viral papillomas or canine viral papillomatosis, is a relatively common occurrence in young pups. The immune system...

My Dog Has Crusty Scabs on His Back

Found Crusty Scabs on Dog’s Back? Here’s Why and What to...

Kelly Pebworth, VT - Oct 9, 2019

Discovering crusty scabs on your dog’s back, especially if you do not know what caused them, or how to treat them, can be upsetting....

Can I Put Coconut Oil on My Dog’s Fur

Can I Put Coconut Oil on My Dog’s Fur?

Katherine McKay - Oct 9, 2019

Coconut oil has become quite the craze. People eat it, use it to cook with, and even apply it topically, but is it safe...

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