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Lipomas in Dogs: Understanding and Managing Fatty Tumors

Lipomas are one of the most common types of tumors diagnosed in dogs. While they can grow to a considerable size and may worry pet owners, these tumors are benign (non-cancerous) and rarely cause significant health problems. This article will cover how...

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Urinary Tract Infections in Dogs: Everything You Need to Know

Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, are relatively common in dogs. The symptoms are often easily recognizable, including straining to urinate and increased frequency of urination, but diagnosis isn’t always this straightforward. This article will cover...

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Pancreatitis in Dogs: Understanding and Managing this Condition

Pancreatitis in dogs is a relatively common condition and can be really painful. However, not every dog with pancreatitis is affected in the same way. In this article, we’ll explain the condition and the symptoms that it causes, so that you can spot...

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Giardiasis in Dogs: A Comprehensive Guide

We’ve mentioned various causes of diarrhea in dogs in our previous blogs, and another cause is Giardia. Giardiasis in dogs, the condition caused by Giardia, can be serious, and it’s also a public health risk since humans can also become infected. In...

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Cushing's Disease in Dogs

Many pet parents don’t realize that their dog has Cushing’s disease, at least not initially, because they don’t seem particularly unwell. In this article, we’ll explain Cushing's disease, outline the symptoms, and share information on how it's...

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Blastomycosis in Dogs: A Silent Threat

Blastomycosis, a systemic fungal infection, poses a significant threat to dogs, especially those residing in or visiting endemic regions. This insidious disease, caused by the fungus Blastomyces dermatitidis, can silently infiltrate a dog's body,...

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Addison’s Disease in Dogs: The ‘Great Pretender’

As a pet parent, it’s impossible to know the symptoms of every health condition that could affect your dog – there are just too many. However, even though Addison’s disease isn’t common in dogs, it can be severe and even life-threatening. In this...

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Canine Hyperthyroidism: Unveiling a Rare but Serious Condition

Hyperthyroidism, a condition characterized by an overactive thyroid gland, is relatively uncommon in dogs. However, it's a serious ailment that demands attention, as it can significantly impact your canine companion's health and quality of life....

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Atopic Dermatitis in Dogs: Understanding and Managing the Itch

Atopic dermatitis, often simply referred to as "atopy," is a prevalent skin condition in dogs that's characterized by relentless itching and discomfort. This chronic ailment, triggered by an allergic reaction to environmental allergens, can...

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