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Everything you need to know about adult dogs

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Do Dogs Know Their Name?
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Barri J. Morrison, DVM

Have you ever wondered if your dog truly understands you when you speak to them? Most pet parents agree that their dog understands basic commands such as “sit,” “stay,” and “down,” leading us to believe...

Kidney Infections in Dogs
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Jennifer Coates, DVM

What Are Kidney Infections in Dogs?Kidney infections are just what they sound like—infections, almost always caused by bacteria, that primarily affect the kidneys. Kidney infections are not all that common,...

Leash Reactivity in Dogs
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Tiffany Tupler, DVM, CBCC-KA

Leash reactivity is when a dog exhibits fearful behaviors that may become aggressive when the dog is restrained by a leash, confined to a small space, or otherwise feels trapped. It is characterized by...

Is Non-Anesthetic Teeth Cleaning Safe for Pets?
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Jennifer Coates, DVM

Dogs and cats need routine dental care just like humans. Without it, plaque and tartar build up on a pet’s teeth, which eventually can lead to painful gingivitis, periodontal disease, infections, tooth...

Edema in Dogs
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Sandra C. Mitchell, DVM, DABVP

What Is Edema in Dogs?Edema is commonly thought of as swelling, but it’s actually more complicated than that. Edema is the accumulation of abnormally large amounts of fluids in the tissues between the...

Lung Cancer In Dogs
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Rhiannon Koehler, DVM

What Is Lung Cancer in Dogs?Lung cancer in dogs is a relatively rare type of cancer. When a dog has lung cancer, it means their lungs have been invaded by malignant tumors. Unlike benign (non-cancerous)...

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