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  Nothing probably is more frightening than seeing your dog being attacked by another dog. Not only is the scene emotionally disturbing , you fear for the dog’s life.  What provokes dog bites? What do you need to worry about regarding the wounds? Can you help prevent dog bites? Anatomy of a Bite Wound To understand ... Read more

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Pets that are missing are a major concern among pet owners. There are websites and social media pages dedicated to reuniting missing pets with their owner.. The clinic where I work at frequently get calls about missing pets and we have a bulletin board that is dedicated to missing pet posters. So there is a concerted effort to ... Read more

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Whenever a pet gets sick, it is almost always a concern for the owner if it is something serious. Here are some examples of questions that may come to mind:    Do I need to worry about it or will it go away on its own?  Should I take my pet to the veterinarian?  Is this urgent and ... Read more

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So you have a dog you notice losing its fur. The hair loss may either come as patches, thinning, or just be generalized hair loss. So why is your dog balding? What are some of the common causes for hair loss? How can it be diagnosed? The possible cause of hair loss  can depend on the ... Read more

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The spay neuter debate is nothing new in the blogosphere, but it hasn’t reached the boiling point like other controversial topics. But a study released in 2013 stoked these debate flames somewhat. This study released in 2013 demonstrated a correlation between spay neuter and certain medical conditions in golden retrievers. I have included a link to the article for ... Read more

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Why do owners decide to have their cats declawed? There are several reasons owners may consider this. The main reason is so the cat can’t scratch. Owners are concerned about damage to furniture, carpet, walls, and their skin. Sometimes declawing may be a requirement for a cat to reside in a particular type of residence. ... Read more

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So you or your family have finally decided to get a puppy. Did this decision come about after convincing an initially reluctant family member? Are you trying to get a playmate for a household pet? Have you always wanted a puppy and think this is the right time? Although getting one can be a very ... Read more

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