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5 Whippet Health Issues You Need to Know (Vet Answer)

5 Whippet Health Issues You Need to Know (Vet Answer)

Fast, graceful, and more than a little bit needy, the Whippet has come a long way since their humble beginnings as “the poor man’s Greyhound,” which was popula…

Soft Tissue Sarcoma in Dogs: Signs, Causes & Treatment (Vet Answer)

Soft Tissue Sarcoma in Dogs: Signs, Causes & Treatment (Vet Answer)

Soft tissue sarcomas include several subtypes of tumors that develop in the nervous, muscular, or connective tissues of dogs. Basically, they are found under t…

Fading Puppy Syndrome: Causes & Signs (Vet Answer)

Fading Puppy Syndrome: Causes & Signs (Vet Answer)

Some puppies seem perfectly healthy at birth, but then fail to thrive and die within the first couple of weeks of life. Fading Puppy Syndrome is the name used…

Are Papillons Hypoallergenic? Vet-Reviewed Facts & Tips

Are Papillons Hypoallergenic? Vet-Reviewed Facts & Tips

Papillons are active, small active dogs with vibrant personalities. Most weigh anywhere from 4 to 9 pounds and top out at around 11 inches at the shoulder. The…

Pulmonary Hypertension in Dogs: Our Vet Explains Signs, Causes & Care

Pulmonary Hypertension in Dogs: Our Vet Explains Signs, Causes & Care

Pulmonary hypertension is a complex and potentially life-threatening condition involving high blood pressure in the lungs. In the past it was an uncommon diagn…

Saint Berhusky (St Bernard Husky Mix): Info, Pictures, Characteristics & Facts

Saint Berhusky (St Bernard Husky Mix): Info, Pictures, Characteristics & Facts

The world of dog breeding has given rise to many remarkable canine combinations, each possessing its own set of unique traits and characteristics. One such int…

Aspirin for Dogs With Arthritis: Considerations & Precautions (Vet Answer)

Aspirin for Dogs With Arthritis: Considerations & Precautions (Vet Answer)

It may be tempting to reach for the aspirin in your medicine cabinet to give it to your dog for their aches and pains, but this should be done with caution. As…

8 Common Mastiff Health Issues to Watch Out For (Vet Answer)

8 Common Mastiff Health Issues to Watch Out For (Vet Answer)

Any Mastiff lover will tell you that this dog is a gentle giant, with a predilection for slobber and charismatic facial expressions. However, these large breed…