Dog Health
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My Dog Keeps Trying to Pee But Only Drops Come Out
Dogs, be they male or female, should be able to urinate without any problem. In case you notice your dog is having difficulty urinating such as only a small amount of urine coming out, you should take them for a…
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9 Signs of Phantom Pregnancy in Dogs
A phantom pregnancy is a common condition among unspayed female dogs that develops soon after the dog has been in heat. The condition is also called pseudocyesis, false pregnancy, or pseudopregnancy. A dog experiencing phantom pregnancy will mimic the behavioral…
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Spayed Female Dog Bleeding From Private Area [9 Causes]
Ovariohysterectomy, commonly known as spaying, is a surgical procedure where a female dog’s ovaries and uterus are removed to sterilize her and prevent going into heat or getting pregnant. Some veterinarians opt to remove only the ovaries, a procedure called…
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Upper Respiratory Infection in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments
Upper respiratory infection in dogs is a condition that affects the throat, bronchial passageways, and nasal cavities. The infection presents symptoms quite similar to the common cold in humans. The disease is common in dogs with compromised immune systems and…
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Copulatory Tie in Dogs: Why Do Dogs Get Stuck During Mating
During the mating process in dogs, the male and female dogs will get stuck together for a period of time and turn their rare ends to each other. This process is called the tie or copulatory tie and lasts for…
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5 Possible Reasons Your Dog’s Nipples Are Enlarged
Your female dog’s mammary glands are a source of nutritious milk for her puppies. During pregnancy, which happens after successful mating when the female dog is in heat, the breasts and nipples will become enlarged in readiness for breastfeeding. However,…
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Why Does My Dog Smell Like Fish?
Does your dog smell like fish? While you may think it’s likely caused by what your little friend ate or rolled in, the “fishy” smell on your dog is probably a sign of an underlying health issue. The health issue…
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How to Tell if Your Dog Has a Fever
While it can be easy to tell if your dog isn’t feeling well, some signs and symptoms can be subtle and hard to spot. Fever in dogs, for example, needs one to be keen and know the signs to look…
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Do Female Dogs Go Through Menopause?
The term menopause refers to the cessation of a female’s reproductive cycle and happens at the end of the childbearing period. It is the period where they can no longer experience menstruation, produce eggs or naturally get pregnant (unless induced…
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