Unfortunately, canine dental diseases are very common. As in humans, high levels of plaque can form in dogs’ mouths as the result of trapped food debris, buildups of bacteria, and the presence of other foreign particles. Plaque, in turn, attracts even more bacteria, which your pet’s immune system recognizes as an intruder. When your dog’s […]
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Studies have shown that as many as one in five dogs will develop an arthritic condition during their lifetime. While it’s natural for dogs to become less active as they get older, canine arthritis is more serious than simple aging, especially if it goes undiagnosed and untreated. In total, researchers have identified five different arthritis […]
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Anemia is a medical condition in which a dog does not have enough red blood cells, hemoglobin, or both. Technically, anemia is not a disease in and of itself, but rather a consequence of an underlying illness or medical condition. Dogs become anemic for many reasons; the condition can result from a disorder of the […]
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We all love to bring fresh flowers and plants into our homes. However, the flower experts at ProFlowers.com remind us that certain foliage and blooms can have toxic consequences our our pets. So they’ve created this handy infographic as a quick guide to determine which plants pose a threat, as well as toxicity levels to […]
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