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Can Dogs Get Acupuncture Too?
Today we look at whether dogs can have acupuncture.
Symptoms of Heatstroke in Dogs
The worst summer fear is dog heatstroke, which can be fatal! As summer comes, owners worry about heatstroke. What are the symptoms and how to prevent it?
What Is Hypoglycemia in Dogs
People can have low blood sugar, and dogs can too. So how does hypoglycemia in dogs show up, and in what situations is a dog prone to it? Let us analyze.
What to Do After a Dog Is Poisoned
If a dog shows signs of poisoning, it should be taken to the veterinary hospital immediately.
The Effects of Atropine on Cats and Dogs
Atropine is commonly used to block the effect of certain nervous-system impulses (acetylcholine) on receptors throughout the body. In animals such as dogs and cats, it is most often used in surgical anesthesia to prevent the adverse effects of nervous stimulation.
Signs of Hearing Loss in Dogs
Dog deafness usually comes from ear infection; catch it early before lasting damage. Causes are structural, neurologic, or tumors; bilateral loss shows as no response to name or sound. Diagnose by culture or CT; treat the root cause.
Dog Diarrhea: Causes and What to Do
Normal dog stool is formed brown 1-2 times daily; diarrhea is soft/watery, more frequent, sometimes with blood or odor, and low energy. Causes range from diet and stress to viruses, bacteria, parasites, IBD, and tumors; fast, probiotics, and vet care by severity.
Do Dogs Cry Because They Are Sad?
Many have seen dogs shed tears and think the dog cries from moved or reluctant feelings. Do dogs really use tears to show emotion like humans?
Why Does My Dog’s Eye Have a Cloudy Film?
A cloudy film over a dog's eye points to conjunctivitis, keratitis, glaucoma, or cataracts. Each has distinct signs - from discharge and redness to a hardening 'stone-like' eye or failing vision - so diagnosis by symptom is key.
Foods That Are Toxic to Dogs
A dog's body works differently from a human's; some human foods are toxic or harmful to dogs - grapes, onions, chocolate, alcohol, xylitol, mushrooms and more. Here we detail what dogs must never eat.