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20 Dog Breeds Prone to Hip Dysplasia: Vet Approved Info & Health Guide

20 Dog Breeds Prone to Hip Dysplasia: Vet Approved Info & Health Guide

Hip dysplasia is a painful and debilitating developmental condition which can have serious effects on a pup’s quality of life. The veterinary community has kno…

Chris Dinesen Rogers
By Chris Dinesen Rogers
20 Dog Breeds Prone To Seizures: Vet Approved Info & Health Guide

20 Dog Breeds Prone To Seizures: Vet Approved Info & Health Guide

We can't always foresee what can go wrong when we bring our puppies home. Our dogs can have numerous oddities crop up, from accidents to health issues. Our job…

Ashley Bates
By Ashley Bates
Cats Losing Whiskers: 4 Vet Approved Causes & FAQ

Cats Losing Whiskers: 4 Vet Approved Causes & FAQ

Whiskers are your cat's navigational system. These adorable little spikes tell your cat about so much of what's going on in the world. Any cat lover is probabl…

Ashley Bates
By Ashley Bates
7 Dog Breeds Prone to Heart Disease: Vet Reviewed Info

7 Dog Breeds Prone to Heart Disease: Vet Reviewed Info

Heart disease is a serious and relatively common problem for dogs. Fortunately, many types of heart disease can be controlled with medication, lifestyle adjust…

Kristin Hitchcock
By Kristin Hitchcock
Can Dogs Eat Brie? Vet Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Can Dogs Eat Brie? Vet Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Although it is hard to resist giving in to the puppy-dog eyes when you’re enjoying a snack, some human cuisine is not suitable for canines. Technically, dogs c…

Patricia Dickson
By Patricia Dickson
6 Foods Toxic to Cats: Vet-Verified Info & Treatment Options

6 Foods Toxic to Cats: Vet-Verified Info & Treatment Options

As a cat owner, you want to provide your feline with the best care and nutrition possible. Unfortunately, some of the foods we humans enjoy and consume on a da…

Oliver Jones
By Oliver Jones
15 Plants Toxic to Dogs: Vet Reviewed Facts & Symptoms

15 Plants Toxic to Dogs: Vet Reviewed Facts & Symptoms

There are a lot of plants that are toxic to dogs. Dogs tend to explore the world with their mouths and so can easily be at risk of licking, chewing, or eating…

Kristin Hitchcock
By Kristin Hitchcock
My Dog Ate a Spider! Will They Get Sick? Vet Approved Advice

My Dog Ate a Spider! Will They Get Sick? Vet Approved Advice

Most of us suffer from at least some degree of arachnophobia. That’s why, when we see our pup eat a spider, we are immediately concerned that they are in dange…

Krysha Thayer
By Krysha Thayer
Is Aloe Vera Poisonous to Dogs? Vet Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Is Aloe Vera Poisonous to Dogs? Vet Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Aloe vera, belonging to the family Aloaceae, is one of the most popular medicinal plants prized by humans for its myriad health benefits, from wound-healing ab…

Hanh Duong
By Hanh Duong
Can Dogs Eat Lucky Charms? Vet Reviewed Explanation

Can Dogs Eat Lucky Charms? Vet Reviewed Explanation

Got a sweet tooth craving you can’t ignore? A bowl of Lucky Charms will curve the sugar lust in an instant. But what about the dog? Can he have a taste of the…

Cassidy Sutton
By Cassidy Sutton