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Retained Placenta in Dogs: Vet Explained Signs, Causes & Care
While labor in dogs is usually straightforward without complications, there are a few conditions dogs may more commonly develop. One of these is retained place…
10 Common Akita Health Issues (Vet Answer)
Akita’s are a large, loyal dog breed from Japan originally bred as a large game hunting dog but now often is a family dog with a protective streak. These large…
Malocclusions in Dogs (Teeth Misalignment): Vet Explained Causes, Signs & Care
For people with misaligned teeth, orthodontic correction is pursued readily if affordable, even if the change is cosmetic in nature only. In dogs, it is a litt…
Kitten Vaccine Schedule: Our Vet Explains When & What Shots Are Required
While most cat owners will know that kittens are supposed to see a veterinarian for a checkup and vaccines, beyond that, it’s pretty rare to fully understand e…
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome In Cats: Causes, Signs & Care (Vet Answer)
Did you know that cats with shortened snouts are referred to as “brachycephalic”? “Brachy” means shortened and “cephalic” means head, so the word brachycephali…
7 Kitten Health Issues to Look Out For (Vet Answer)
The fun and joy of taking care of a new kitten can quickly be dampened if you're concerned about something that is just not quite right. Worrying about somethi…
Is Coconut Oil Safe for Dogs? Our Vet Explains
We live in an age of an almost infinite number of products, treatments, supplements, and remedies, and with the voices of influencers often drowning out those…
Pica in Dogs: Signs, Causes & Care (Vet Answer)
Pica is a condition in dogs characterized by compulsive behavior of ingesting non-food items, such as clothing, toys, wood, and rocks. Pica results from either…
