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OCD in dogs is an orthopedic problem in dogs.

Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) in Dogs

Causes of osteochondritis dissecans are plentiful. Diet and genetics are a factor, and combine these with high energy puppy play and the stage is set for development of ocd later in life.
Dog pain medication is prescribed to help dogs maintain quality of life while dealing with medical care or illness.

Dog Pain Medication: A Guide to Common Drugs

Dog pain medications can be divided into two broad categories: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which alleviate pain by reducing inflammation, and analgesics, which provide pain relief through a variety of mechanisms
Hookworm in dogs is a nasty disease that spreads between untreated dogs.

Hookworm in Dogs

Hookworm in dogs is a nasty parasite that can coexist with an adult dog for quite sometime, and spread. Recognizing the signs of hookworm infection is the best way to protect your dog, and other dogs too.
Chicken is the most common source of protein for dog food, meaning chicken free dog food is a tough find.

Chicken-Free Dog Food

The the number of chicken-free dog foods is small relative to the number of dog foods overall as its wide use in dog food manufacturing can lead to cross contamination of dog foods whose recipes are chicken free.
Glucosamine for dogs is a join supplement to prevent or alleviate osteoarthritis in dogs.

Glucosamine for Dogs

Glucosamine for dogs is a supplement that when combined with chondroitin sulfate has strong anecdotal evidence for arthritis relief.
A depressed dog may have a reduced appetite and lethargy.

How to Tell If a Dog Is Depressed

Depression in dogs typically involves a significant behavioral change. Often starting with a gradual loss of interest in once-loved games. It can also start with a bang with aggressive or destructive behaviors.
Large breed puppies need large breed puppy food to support their greater growth.

Finding The Best Large-Breed Puppy Food

Choosing a food for a new puppy is always a bit worrisome, but for those who adopt large or giant breed pups, selecting the right food is critically important. To prevent rapid growth and...
Repetitive action can

Braces for Dogs with a Torn ACL

The signs of an acute ACL rupture are quite classic. Usually, the dog is running and playing and suddenly gives a yelp and becomes completely non-weight bearing on a hind leg. You may wonder if you can use an ACL dog brace and give your dog reasonable comfort and care.
Homemade dog ear cleaner can make keeping your dogs ears much less expensive.

Homemade Ear Cleaner for Dogs

Some dogs’ ears stay clean without any attention or effort from us, but other dogs’ ears are prone to developing a dirty, stinky state unless they are cleaned regularly. The accumulation of ear wax,...
Scent work for dogs builds upon the primary sense they use to interact with the world.

Scent Training for Dogs

Scent work for dogs makes use of olfaction (the sense of smell), a dog’s primary sense for interacting with the world. Scent training for dogs is just building on what they already do by instinct from a young age.
Dramamine for dogs can relieve motion sickness.

Dramamine for Dogs

Dramamine, a brand name for the drug dimenhydrinate, is an antihistamine that is used off-label in many dogs for vestibular problems, including carsickness and senior dog vestibular disease. With its antihistamine properties, this medication...
Dogs can eat cat food without adverse health risks.

Can Dogs Eat Cat Food?

If your dog snatches a little cat food occasionally, his biggest risk is getting a swat on the nose from your irritated cat.
Dogs can eat the majority of fruit that humans eat in moderation.

What Fruit Can Dogs Eat?

With the notable exception of grapes and raisins many common fruits are safe for dogs to eat and make a great treat or dietary add in.
Dog urine killing grass? Try changing things up.

Help for Dog Urine Killing Grass

Dog pee killing grass happens because of the high nitrogen content in dog urine. A little nitrogen is great for plants, but a lot . . . not so much.

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