Dog Health (36)
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Why Does My Dog... Smell When He’s Wet?
By Dr. Mary Fuller, May 15, 2012If you’ve ever been in a car with a wet dog, you’ve probably been tempted to drive with your head out the window. When your dog isn’t bathed or groomed on a regular basis,… Full Article ›
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5 Must-Know Facts About Skin Cancer and Pets
By Dr. Ann Hohenhaus, May 11, 2012May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, but it isn't just humans who need to be concerned about the pitfalls of too much sun exposure. As a veterinary oncologist, I meet many vigilant pet… Full Article ›
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Pet Cancer: Why You Shouldn't Automatically Think the Worst
By Dr. Ann Hohenhaus, May 10, 2012If you happen to find a lump on your pet, it can be a panic-provoking moment. But even if the bump that you thought was a simple pimple turns out to be a malignancy, chances are that it can be… Full Article ›
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A Deaf Dog Can Live a Happy Life — With a Little Help
By Dr. Marty Becker, May 1, 2012Nothing ever gets a good dog down. As a veterinarian, I’ve seen it time and time again: dogs with handicaps find a way to not only cope but to live joyously. How others see them… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Dog... Drink From Weird Places?
By Dr. Mary Fuller, Apr 2, 2012To some dogs, the world is one big water bowl. They guzzle from the toilet, slurp from mud puddles, lap water off shower doors and even lick post-shower human legs. What’s really… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Dog... Walk in a Circle Before Lying Down?
By Denise Maher, Mar 18, 2012Many dogs will circle around a spot before they settle down to rest. While no one can be certain of the exact reason why canines do this, the ritual is likely a residual habit from the days when… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Dog . . . Shake His Head All of the Time?
By Dr. Mary Fuller, Mar 21, 2012While some dogs may seem to just like the sound of their ID tags jangling against one another, most dogs shake their heads because their ears are bothering them. Without fingers and thumbs… Full Article ›
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Check Your Dog's Vital Signs at Home
By Dr. Marty Becker, Mar 8, 2012I truly believe that working with your dog's veterinarian is the best way to keep your pet healthy, and the basis of that relationship is regular wellness checks. But I also believe in the value… Full Article ›
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5 Must-Have Health and Wellness Products From Global Pet Expo 2012
Mar 6, 2012
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How Our Golden Retriever Lost Her Sight — But Kept Her Love of Life
By Dr. Marty Becker, Mar 1, 2012For years, our Golden Retriever, Shakira, had the ability to track an incoming missile – a yellow tennis ball, I mean – better than the air defenses of most of the world’s… Full Article ›
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How Soon Can a Puppy Become a Jogging Partner?
By Dr. Marty Becker, Feb 24, 2012Q. I've been running with my dogs for years, but both of my previous running mates were pets I adopted as adults. This time, I fell in love with a puppy. How soon can I start running with… Full Article ›
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Do Some Canine Supplements Really Work?
By Dr. Marty Becker , Feb 16, 2012Q. Our veterinarian recommends adding a supplement to our dog’s diet to help with his arthritis. The supplement is not by prescription and it's not a medication. Is there any value to… Full Article ›
