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Driving in a car with a dog is usually fun for both the dog and the owner, but it can be dangerous for a variety of reasons. However, safe transport of a dog can be possible by following these recommendations. 1. Use a carrier or harness seatbelt The safest way to...
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10 Steps For Keeping Dogs Safe in the Summer
If it is too hot outside for you, then it is even hotter for your pet! Here are 10 precautions to be mindful of as the weather becomes warmer.1) Be able to recognize the signs of heat stress or heat stroke. If you see these signs after your pet has been in the heat,...
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5 Signs Your Dog is Sick and Should See a Vet
Change in behavior. There are changes in behavior that can be associated with many types of illnesses or pain, and may indicate that your dog is suffering. Restlessness, agitation, hyper-activity Lethargic Abnormal sleeping habits Withdrawn, fearful, increase or...
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What Is Hemp?
Hemp is an extract from the hemp plant. Hemp is available in various oral formulations such as oil and seeds, and is commonly used as a supplement for a variety of medical conditions. CBDs have shown to have significant medical benefits, without the psychological...
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Arthritis – How To Diagnose, Prevent and Treat
What is arthritis? Osteoarthritis (more commonly known as arthritis or degenerative joint disease) is a common condition affecting cartilage of movable joints such as knees, elbows and hips. The term directly translates to inflammation of joints. Healthy cartilage...
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How to Help Your Dog with Hip Dysplasia
Many times, puppy parents don’t know that their dog has hip dysplasia until it is too late. Hip dysplasia can happen in many breeds, including mixed breed “pound puppies.” Most notice a change in their dog while they are walking, running or trying to go up or down...
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Switching your senior dog to a natural diet with supplements
It is never too late to improve your dog’s health and overall quality of life. As food and diet play a crucial role in our health, so it does for our pets. Degenerative diseases, obesity, and a decrease in vitality and energy tend to accompany senior dogs as they...
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Your Senior Dog’s Health – What You Should Ask Your Vet
Age is just a number, right? In the veterinary world, it is unfortunate that 12 is not the new 2. Each dog is its own individual and some suffer fewer age-related issues than others. Some dogs age faster than others, depending on their breed. With the exception of a...
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Pet Supplements: Is What You Think About Them…Wrong? Fact Vs. Myth
I often recommend one health supplement or another for most patients that I see in our clinic. I also get the chance to answer questions and clear up misconceptions around pet nutritional supplements. Sometimes pet lovers are completely uninformed, while others may...
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How to Tell If Your Dog Needs a Probiotic
Probiotics have been a healthy living mainstay for more than a decade. They have moved from the secluded recesses of the health food store to the aisles of your local 7-11. With probiotics becoming so common in human diets – what about dogs? We are looking to change...
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Top 5 Pet Travel Tips
Around the globe, summer travel is in full swing. If you are thinking of taking a trip, it is important to remember a few key things before you hit the road with your furry friend. 1. Travel is Stressful Yep, no matter how much fun you think it will be – traveling...
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These two ingredients together can save your dog’s life!
5 benefits of salmon and hemp oil Fatty acids are an important component of a dog’s diet, as they are necessary for maintaining good health and preventing disease. Fatty acids are the most important supplement you can give to your dog, regardless of what type of diet...
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