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One of the great things about America is the diversity of opinion. Different strokes for different folks, as they say. People argue about politics, movies, music, food and just about anything and everything under the sun. There are very few things that every American agrees on. In fact, some people don’t even like pizza! There…

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The Chihuahua is one of the most dynamic and misunderstood dog breeds in existence. They’re sort of the ‘love em’ or hate em’’ dog which are adored by many, and nuisances to others. The smallest dog of all 155 AKC dog breeds—never weighing in past 7lbs—their fragile bodies are no obstacle for their stubborn and…

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Just like people, dogs can develop tumors as well. Tumors can go by many handles, depending on the vet and the day. Some call them growths, some call them masses, others call them tumors or abnormal tissue. However, these terms are general, and are usually not a cause for panic. The mass has to be…

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a gastrointestinal infection that can happen to any dog if he is faced with the wrong diet, stressor or environmental factor. It’s not always known what causes IBS, and its most common symptoms are shared with many other disorders, so if you think your dog may have IBS, it’s important to…

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It might surprise you, but did you know that dogs can have heart problems? Just like people, dogs can suffer from many of the same ailments, including heart disease (otherwise known as cardiomyopathy). Current estimations place the number of dogs suffering from heart disease at around 7.8 million, or roughly 10% of all dogs in…

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Has your dog been diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM)? It can be a scary thing to hear. DCM is a condition that affects some dogs and eventually can lead to congestive heart failure. Heart disease is something that humans constantly worry about – as it is the leading cause of death in the United States…

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Life with pets is full of interesting twists and turns, especially when it comes to navigating their health. Understanding their symptoms and identifying possible health conditions all comes down to what’s considered normal (or abnormal) for your dog. Autoimmune disease in dogs, specifically, can result in a range of symptoms and signs that show your…

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Needless to say, it is scary to see your dog throwing up blood. If the blood isn’t coming from a minor cut in the dog’s mouth, the first thing you should do is visit a veterinarian. Internal bleeding from the stomach or intestines can be deadly, but it depends on what is causing the problem.…

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He seems much happier and has been eating his food consistently. So far we are very happy with the result.

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In today’s world where over 50% of dogs are overweight, the thought of having your dog lose a few pounds is quite appealing. Lean dogs seem to live longer, have healthy immune systems, and enjoy running and playing outside. However, there’s a big difference between lean dogs, and those that are unexpectedly losing significant amounts…

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