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Kidney Stones in Dogs: Our Vet Explains Signs, Causes & Treatment
You’ve probably heard of people developing kidney stones, but did you know that dogs can get kidney stones too? Kidney stones are crystalline structures that f…
12 Common Swedish Vallhund Health Issues - Our Vet Explains
Is your family considering welcoming a Swedish Vallhund into your home? These energetic, social little dogs make fantastic pets and are popular in the agility…
8 Mini Goldendoodle Health Issues to Watch Out For (Vet Answer)
The Mini Goldendoodle breed is a hybrid breed between a Golden Retriever and a Miniature or Toy Poodle. This breed usually has wavy fur that does not shed much…
Pododermatitis in Dogs: Signs, Causes & Care (Vet Answer)
Pododermatitis is a condition most frequently seen in dogs versus cats. While there are many different causes of pododermatitis, it's frequently seen because o…
Should I Make My Dog Throw Up? Our Vet Explains
Picture this: it’s Saturday evening, you’ve just finished dinner, and now you are waiting for that delicious-looking chocolate cake to cool down so you can cut…
What Tools Does a Veterinarian Use? Our Vet Explains
A veterinarian is a medical professional qualified to diagnose and treat animals. There are many different types of veterinarians that can work with various sp…
8 Signs of Nerve Damage in Cats to Watch Out For (Vet Answer)
Nerves are the fibers responsible for carrying messages from the brain or spinal cord to the rest of the body, and vice versa. Think of them as the electrical…
Westie Lung Disease: Signs, Causes & Care (Vet Answer)
Have you ever heard of Westie Lung disease? This condition is most commonly referred to as idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in veterinary literature. Regardless,…