This canine tooth sustained more than a little chip in a collision with another dog at high speed; it broke nearly in two. While the dog did not exhibit any signs of pain, veterinary dental x-rays showed that the pulp of the tooth sustained damage and the tooth had to be extracted. Photo by Nancy
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Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, Founder and CEO of Conservation Through Public Health (CTPH), was recently featured in an article detailing her incredible story protecting Uganda’s mountain gorillas. This article coincides with the release of her new memoir, Walking with Gorillas: The Journey of an African Wildlife Vet, which chronicles Dr. Gladys’ life as a wildlife veterinarian, her
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If you witness your dog eating a wild mushroom and there are more of the mushrooms in the area, pick one or two or at least take some clear pictures of the mushrooms. If your dog begins to exhibit symptoms of poisoning, having a sample or a photo to identify the fungus will be helpful.
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The International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM) is excited to announce the launch of an innovative online course for veterinary surgeons. The Interactive Feline Endocrinology course offers a new style of continuing education that is practical, engaging, and uses real cases and results from author and Head of Veterinary Specialists at ISFM, Dr Sam Taylor. In practice
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Watching your dog have a seizure or an episode of syncope can be a scary experience, and these events can look very similar. We discussed seizures and their causes here. But the causes and treatment of syncope episodes are different, so it is important to know how to tell them apart. Syncope: Syncope episodes are
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If your puppy is trying to eat everything he sees on walks, or your dog is scavenging on walks, it’s more than annoying. It’s downright dangerous. Dogs can ingest something toxic or swallow things that could cause an intestinal blockage in the blink of an eye. Constantly nagging your dog or yanking on him and
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The following is a guest post by Debbie W: Scooby Doo February 25, 1999 – March 17, 2023 It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of our beloved Scooby Do on March 17, 2023. Scooby was born 25 Feb 1999 in an undisclosed location in Black Forest Colorado. His birth Mother abandoned him
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Blue-green algae is deadly to dogs. You can identify it through “foam, scum, mats, or streaks” on the water, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The algae produce one of the most powerful natural poisons known. How Much Blue-Green Algae Is Toxic A tiny amount of the toxin – literally a
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iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. As dog owners, we want nothing but the best for our furry friends, and that includes their digestive health. English Springer Spaniels, like all dogs, can benefit from probiotics, which are beneficial
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Split, torn, peeling, or broken nails can occur at any age, and they’re no fun for dogs who limp in pain, bleed, lick or chew their damaged nails, or simply hurt. Split nails disrupt a dog’s coordination, interfere with walks and play dates, and can become infected. For an overview of the best treatment of
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Hello everyone, Welcome to another week of Tummy Rub Tuesday! The easiest way to enter is by sending them in via info@katzenworld.co.uk. Or just leave a comment with a link to the post / photo you’d like us to use on this blog post. Another stunning entry from Rose (RoseyToesMeows), this time of Taivas. 🙂 Meet
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iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. If you’re a schnauzer owner, you know how important it is to keep your furry friend healthy and happy. One way to support your pup’s health is by incorporating probiotics into their
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