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What to know if your dog has skin tags

If your dog has a skin tag, it’s likely benign. That said, here’s what you should know to keep your dog’s skin tags from becoming a problem.

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Prednisone for dogs: usage and side effects

If your vet prescribes your pet prednisone, here’s what you need to know about the medication and the potential side effects.

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Cataracts in dogs

Cataracts in dogs often occur with age or age-related illness, but there are preventative measures and treatments you can try to keep your dog’s eyes strong.

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Why do dogs lick their paws?

When your dog licks their paws a lot, it’s probably time to see a vet. Find out the common causes and solutions when a dog licks their paws.

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Why do cats spray and can you stop them?

Understanding why cats spray is pretty straightforward — it’s often a territorial instinct, and even female cats spray. Here’s what you can do to stop them.

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Heart murmurs in dogs — here’s what to expect

Heart murmurs in dogs may not be as scary or life-threatening as they sound.

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Everything you need to know about dog thirst

When your dog is drinking a lot of water, you need to know if it’s normal or if it’s a sign of other health issues.

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Understanding dog skin cancer

Learn more about the most common types of skin cancers that affect dogs and why you should always have lumps on your pet checked by a veterinarian.

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Hookworms in dogs: symptoms and treatments

Hookworms, aka worm-shaped parasites, are easily spreadable among pets and people. Here’s how you can protect your dog and yourself.

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What can I give my dog for an upset stomach?

When a dog experiences an upset stomach, it’s likely they’re struggling with a larger underlying issue.

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What can I give my dog for constipation?

Learn how hydration and a fibrous diet can help ease this symptom.

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Roundworms in dogs: symptoms and treatments

Here’s how to help your dog if they catch a roundworm infection and how to stop the spread.

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Cat scratch fever: signs, symptoms and treatments

Learn what causes it, how it spreads and how to protect yourself, too.

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What to do if your dog is stung by a bee

Outside playtime is all fun and games until a bee sting happens — here's what how they impact pups.

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Giardia in cats

Giardia is a parasite that can cause giardiasis, an infection that cats can contract. Giardia thrives in soil, water and food and is easily spreadable among animals.

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