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  • Identifying Dog Dermatology Issues

    Identifying Dog Dermatology Issues

    Dog dermatology is a broad term that encompasses all skin conditions that affect dogs. These conditions can range from mild and easily treatable to severe and life-threatening. Some of the most common dog dermatology issues include: Below we go into further detail about some of the most common dermatological issues and skin disorders in dogs.…

  • Healthy Gut, Healthy Pup: Probiotics for Dogs

    Healthy Gut, Healthy Pup: Probiotics for Dogs

    In humans, the gut is often referred to as the second brain. Medical experts are finding out more and more just how important the gut is for a person’s overall health. Is the same thing true for your best friend? In fact, research into the canine microbiome has shown that it’s vital for metabolism, a…

  • Dog Throwing Up White Foam: What It Means

    Dog Throwing Up White Foam: What It Means

    Very few things frighten a loving pet parent more than to see their dog vomiting up white foam. They often fear something is very wrong. The truth is there are many reasons why your dog might be throwing up white foam. Let’s take a look at some of the common causes and when you should…

  • Are Apples Good For Dogs? 

    Are Apples Good For Dogs? 

    Are apples good for dogs? Yes! Apples are not only delicious but also high in antioxidants and fiber. Dogs can eat apples as long as the core and seeds, which contain trace amounts of toxins, are removed. Just remember that moderation is key — treats should take up no more than 10% of your dog’s…

  • Dog Won’t Eat His Food, But Will Eat Treats? Here’s Why.

    Dog Won’t Eat His Food, But Will Eat Treats? Here’s Why.

    It is not an uncommon problem if your dog won’t eat his food but will eat treats. In fact, this kind of eating has a name. It is called partial anorexia. Full anorexia is when your dog won’t eat anything. Partial anorexia is when your furry friend will eat but only special food that has…

  • How to Best Comfort a Dog With Pancreatitis

    How to Best Comfort a Dog With Pancreatitis

    Pancreatitis in dogs is a serious condition. While the medical definition of “inflammation of the pancreas” sounds mundane, it’s a potentially life-threatening condition and horribly painful.  There’s nothing more heartbreaking to a loving pet parent than to see their furry friend in distress. If your dog is diagnosed with something like pancreatitis, it can be…

  • My Dog Has Fleas and Hot Spots. What Do I Do?

    My Dog Has Fleas and Hot Spots. What Do I Do?

    In order to treat hot spots effectively, pet parents must first determine the underlying cause.

  • 4 Reasons Why Your Dog Is Pooping So Much

    4 Reasons Why Your Dog Is Pooping So Much

    Does your dog have an excessive pooping problem? Here we explore why as well as the best dog food for less poop.

  • Dental Care For Dogs

    Dental Care For Dogs

    Dr. Laura Searle-Barnes tells us about the importance of dental care for pets.

  • 5 Ways to Calm Dogs During Fireworks & Thunderstorms

    5 Ways to Calm Dogs During Fireworks & Thunderstorms

    Noise phobia in dogs can be debilitating. Here are 5 methods to calm dogs during fireworks this season.