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5 Reasons Why Pet Spay And Neuter Is Important Possibly every pet owner has heard that they should spay and neuter their pets. However, you may not know that there are actually many benefits to getting your pet spayed or neutered, and these benefits go past preventing unplanned pregnancies in our pets. This is especially…

Ringworm in Dogs: Symptoms and Causes Ringworm is a nasty zoonotic infection that can affect your dog, other pets, and your family. You must follow your vet’s advice about treating your pup for ringworm. Ringworm in dogs can be caused by direct contact or contact with contaminated items. Your pup may have been playing around…

Can My Dog Eat Turkey Bones? A nice big bone is a common treat for dogs. However, this does not mean that all bones are good for them. Turkey bones can actually be very dangerous to dogs, especially when they are cooked. This is because turkey bones are a choking hazard, can easily splinter, and…

Can My Dog Eat Halloween Candy? It is very common for dogs to beg for food, but there are definitely some snacks that you should definitely never give to dogs. This is because even though some foods such as Halloween candy can be tasty to us humans, they tend to be very bad for our…

What is Cushing’s Disease in Dogs? No pet parent chooses to hear that their fur baby is sick. Cushing’s disease is a serious illness that requires immediate treatment. Cushing’s disease in dogs is when their body makes too much of the hormone, which causes an elevation in cortisol. It can occur in the adrenals or…

Why Is My Dog Breathing Fast? Fast breathing in dogs can technically mean a lot of different things. After all, some dogs will breathe quickly while they are excited or exercising, while others may do so because they are sick. Although fast breathing in dogs should not necessarily always send dog owners into a panic,…

Lakeland Pet Owners: How to Fix and Prevent Bad Breath in Dogs There is possibly nothing worse than going to pet a dog and they lick you across the face while they have bad breath. Many dog owners can attest that some dogs’ breaths can be simply foul, and they have likely wondered how they…

Helpful Tips to Reduce Dog Shedding We all love our furry friends, but sometimes they can be too furry. Dog shedding is part of owning a dog, but there are some things to look out for if you think they might be shedding too much or irregularly. We’re here to help go over some helpful tips to…