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What You Should Know Before Your Dog Receives Anesthesia

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Advances in anesthesiology have made this life-saving medical tool safer than ever. Prior to administering an anesthetic and performing an elective surgical procedure, a veterinarian will examine your dog completely to determine if she is in general good health. Usually, the veterinarian will draw blood before the day of surgery, especially if the patient is an older dog, or one whose health is compromised by injury or illness. The doctor will check the blood count for signs of anemia or a high white blood cell count that may indicate the dog has an infection.

Deworming Products and Parasite Control for Dogs

Manufacturers of deworming products have gone out of their way to let us know that, left unchecked, these pesky parasites can plague dogs that are in poor health, rob them of nutrition, attack vital organs, and cause unthriftyness, illness, and even death. If a dog's health is poor and he is hosting an uncontested parasite population, all sorts of bad things can happen. It is important to protect our dogs from parasites, but as it turns out, protection largely follows as a result of building the dog's overall health. Toxic dewormers may be unnecessary to dislodge what few worms a strong and healthy animal might have.

Post-Operation Acupressure for Dysplastic Dogs

After consulting with three veterinary surgeons, it was decided that the best course of action for my dysplastic dog was a triple pelvic osteotomy (TPO), where the hip is reformed to create a socket. This procedure was considered experimental 10 years ago when Oak was much in need of it. Today, it is a common surgery for hip dysplasia.
Helping your dog lose weight is important for them to be able to live happily and healthily.

Simple, Effective Ways to Help Your Dog Lose Weight

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Our dogs’ food intake and access to exercise—and thus, their body weight and condition—are completely up to us. We control what they eat and...
The best way to comfort a dog in heat is to not have her go through the cycle.

How to Comfort a Dog in Heat

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An intact dog will go through a heat cycle twice a year. Comforting a dog in heat requires patience and keeping a dog that is confined indoors engaged.
A dog teeth cleaning begins with a thorough exam and sedation.

Dog Teeth Cleaning

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Cleaning a dog’s teeth is far more complicated than the same procedure is for humans. There is much more involved in the process, from when you drop off your dog at the veterinary hospital to the time you pick him up at the end of the day.
Hydrotherapy for dogs can help them build strength while recovering from injuries or illness.

Hydrotherapy for Dogs

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Water therapy for dogs can help with weight loss and recovery from orthopedic injuries and surgical procedures. It’s usually used as part of a larger dog physical therapy treatment plan to get your dog feeling their best as quickly as possible.

Parvo Victim # 2

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The name Ray Carlisle is synonymous with Doberman Pinschers. A breeder and exhibitor for 40 years, a show judge for the last 20 years, and a former president of the Doberman Pinscher Club of America, the United Doberman Club, and the American Working Dog Federation, the New York resident travels the world on behalf of his favorite breed. I vaccinated my dogs for many years
Dog skin cancer can manifest as more than just a black spot with any lump or bump needing investigation.

Dog Skin Cancer

You notice a new lump on your dog’s skin. First, check carefully to be sure it is not a tick. If not, it’s natural to ask if it’s skin cancer. While  80% of skin growths on dogs are benign, often just sebaceous cysts or other innocuous growths, skin cancer does occur.

The Anatomy of the Canine Kidney

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Bone health is reliant upon healthy kidneys in at least two ways. First, vitamin D is necessary for the utilization of calcium, and the activated form of vitamin D is produced in the kidney. Second, normal kidneys excrete phosphorous; chronic renal failure may lead to excessive retention of phosphorous, which in turn causes an imbalance between calcium and phosphorous.
Dog nails splitting are very painful.

Why Are My Dog’s Nails Splitting?

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Split or broken nails are very painful for dogs and can get infected – and some dogs are highly prone to these problems. Here’s how to prevent your dog’s nails from splitting or breaking.

Dog Tear Stains: What You Should Know

It’s frustrating to see rusty brown tear stains on your dog’s beautiful face. With so many tear-stain-removing products for sale in the pet supply...