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How can you tell the sex of newborn puppies?
you just look underneath them if there is a little bit of something hanging then its a boy if u cant tell anything is there its a...
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Can you give a dog Ibuprofen?
No, Ibuprofen is highly toxic to dogs and cats. It can cause bleeding ulcers, liver damage, and may even be fatal. There are...
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What does it mean when your dog shivers but all of his normal activities are fine?
There could be several reasons. An underlying condition could cause the shivering, such as an injury, genetic trait, or disease. ...
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Is it bad to allow a dog to swim in an in-ground pool with a vinyl liner and a sand filter?
It shouldn't do the system any harm if you let the dog have a swim the only thing is that you may have to keep a closer eye on...
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Are dogs colorblind?
Dogs are not color blind - they see color, but their chromatic acuity is significantly less than humans'. This is for two...
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If a dog sweats through his tongue what are his armpits for?
Dogs sweat through panting and through their paw pads. The armpits are just their... not any specific purpose.
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Why would a dog sweat in her mid to rump area?
"No Sweat Dogs have difficulty in hot weather mainly because they do not perspire the same as people do. A dog's tongue is an...
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Why do dogs have wet noses?
Dogs can discriminate odors at concentrations nearly 100 million times lower than humans can. The dog's wet nose is essential for...
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Are there dangerous chemicals on the yellow felt of a tennis ball meaning you should prevent your dog from chewing on one?
If there were, golden retrievers would be extinct! Dogs have been chewing on tennis balls since the day they made them yellow,...
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Can you give a dog xanax instead of valium?
Xanax (Alprazolam) is a prescription drug. It is illegal to use it for any purpose it was not prescribed for. It may only be...
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At what age does a puppy become a dog?
A dog is generally considered an adult once it is a year old. A dog is fully grown out of its puppy stages at 18 months of age.
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Is bottled water or tap water better for your dog?
It depends on the quality of your tap water. In some areas the tap water tastes so bad people prefer to give their dogs filtered...
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What do you give a dog that has chronic gas?
It's their diet so see your vet and ask what type of food you could put them on and always be sure that they have fresh water a...
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What is a dewclaw in relation to dogs?
A dewclaw is a vestigial digit of the paw. It grows higher on the leg so that in digitigrade species, when the animal is...
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Do dogs have belly buttons?
The umbilicus (commonly called a navel, or belly button) is a scar caused when the umbilical cord of a newborn baby is removed....
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How long should you wait before touching a newborn puppy?
Mom/dad birds don't shun their babies either when humans touch them (it's a myth). Puppies are not like birds- mom will...
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Do dogs and cats carry staph infection germs?
Yes dogs and cats have staph living on their skin... But so do all humans. Staph is a normally occuring bacteria. The problem is...
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Do dogs have tonsils and adenoids?
Yes, they do! Go to: www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?cls=2&cat=1631&articleid=483
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What should a kennel assistant do with the scrubs at the end of a shift to prevent infecting another dog?
Use a detergent with bleach in it and put it in the washer (at home) ASAP and then have a good shower. I worked in an office...
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Is a salt water swimming pool or an ozone swimming pool healthier if your dog drinks the water?
I suspect that you're asking if it's better to have a chlorinated pool..the chlorine being produced by a generator producing...
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Are the Benicia Straits contaminated to the point where they would cause a terrible rash on a Lab Retriever?
I have a couple labs, and they can have sensitive skin regardless of the contamination.
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What would cause a 9-month-old chihuahua's testicles be red and a little swollen?
Some male dogs can have infections in this area so it's best to get this little guy into your vet as soon as possible. Don't...
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Can you give a big dog paracetamol?
as most medical treatments are tested on animals, we give our husky paracetamol every now and then and she seems fine i breed...
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What could be wrong if your dogs haven't peed in the house in five years but now they have for the last two weeks?
Some dogs (especially small ones) are extremely sensitive to change. If a couple are getting their home renovated, painting,...
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Is there a reason your dog's nose keeps running a lot?
If its running alot you should take it to a vet but otherwise no.
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What are some signs that young male dogs are going into heat for the first time?
Agreed. Males don`t go into heat but can in a sense `hit puberty``. This is when the dog is becoming sexually mature. When this...
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Can a dog get asthma from a human.?
Asthma is not contagious to humans or animals. but dog can have Asthma ANSWER If both human and animal in the same house have...
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What side effects would you get in pups mating brother and sister dogs?
You can end up with pups with physical (congenital) defects, such as blindness, heart problems, too many toes, reproductive...
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What should you do if your puppy broke his leg but you cannot afford the vet bill or even transportation to the vet?
have him put down OR give him to a friend or family member. But if it is really bad, do not make him suffer.......PLEASE!!!! :(
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How much Beneful brand dog food can fit into a 30-gallon garbage can?
Sorry I cant resist.... 30 gallons of it!
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How long does the average German Shepherd have a season?
Every 3 months if she is healthy.
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What should you do if your dog is pregnant?
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What do you do if your dog has a cold and she won't eat?
Please don't sluff this runny nose on your dog off as a cold. Several things can cause this ... allergies, nodules inside the...
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What is the treatment for Addison's disease in dogs?
Treatment of Addison's disease involves replacing, or substituting, the hormones that the adrenal glands are not making. The only...
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How do you know if a dog has a cold?
YOU DON'T. You should take him to your Vet or at least call. It could be a number of things ie, Upper Respritory, some type...
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How bad is it if your dog has Parvo?
Parvo is a life threatening virus. There is no cure for Parvo but there is treatment available. Your dog needs to go to the vet...
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Why does your dog's skin on his underbelly turn bright red?
when my dog gets runnin around and gets hot she gets like a heat rash kinda on her chest and it turns red... My dog had the same...
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Are there any home remedies for a dog with demodex mange?
Demodex mange is not contagious and CANNOT be transmitted to other pets or humans. Most all dogs have the mite which causes...
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What do you do if a dog's eyes are swollen almost shut and are itchy and weepy and the vet has treated her for allergies and an infection without luck?
You need to see another vet. Before doing this, pour boiling water over a tea bag. LET THE TEA BAG COOL WELL! Then dampen the tea...
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What can you do if your dog got stung by a bee and his eye is swollen shut and the swelling is spreading to the other eye making it shut?
My dog has just been stung on the eyelid whilst out walking. I came straight home and telephoned the vet. She advised me to give...
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What kind of painkillers can you give dogs?
You can buy over-the-counter painkillers for dogs, especially made for dogs. Search internet sites specifically offering dog...
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What is wrong with your dog if he shakes when he doesn't eat?
Take your dog to a vet, diabetes is not rare in dogs, and may be easily treated with switching food. If switching food is what...
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Could abscessed teeth be the problem if a 9-year-old dog has a lump of pus on the side of its mouth and discharge in one eye and he will not let anyone touch it?
Sounds like your dog has an abscessed tooth, and the infection is spreading. An abscess in a human can be as deadly as...
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What things are fatal for a dog to eat?
Dogs should not eat pork fat. Too much will kill your dog. Chocolate is not good for them either. Chocolate, onions, grapes,...
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What do you do for a dog bitten by a snake?
Get your dog to the vets immediately. Even if the snake isn't poisonous the bite could get infected. The vet will give your dog...
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How long does or should a dog bleed after giving birth to a litter?
http://www.mspca.net/faq.htm After giving birth, how long will she continue to bleed? Bright red blood should stop within...
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Why do puppies cry?
Dogs cry if they have been hurt, are hungry or neglected. If you mean wet marks from the inside of their eyes some dogs will...
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What are some dangerous foods to dogs?
Any "people food" can be potentially harmful to an animal, it is not possible to distinguish which dog might be allergic to which...
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Is it healthy for a dog to eat mints?
Dogs can eat mints but if you feed them too many they might get sick. if you are concerned about your dogs breath you should...
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How do you decide if your 17-year-old dog should be put to sleep?
I know it hurts one's heart when they have to put down an old friend. If your dog can't walk, is not making it out to the...
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How do you treat a dog that has dry skin?
if it is a long haired dog, continuous brushing helps the dogs skin produce natural oils and if it is a short haired dog try some...
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What does it mean when a female dog bleeds?
Most likely, the dog is coming into season - meaning ready to be bred. Female dogs will display a swollen vulva and vaginal...
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Could frogs cause your dogs to be listless and feverish?
If your dog ate a toad that can definitely be a reaction to the poison that the toad produces. However, this can also be a...
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Why is chocolate dangerous for dogs to eat?
Chocolate contains a substance called theobromine, found in the cocoa bean, and is the feel-good stuff which apparently dogs...
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Do permanent markers used on dogs cause problems?
It depends. Where on the dog are you thinking of using a marker and for what purpose? Typically I don't recommend using a...
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At what age should you get your puppy spayed?
When a female dog is SPAYED before their first heat cycle it reduces their chances of developing mammary cancer by 99%. Since a...
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Could your dog have distemper if her nose sounds congested when she breathes?
If your dog has had all their shots (important to keep their shots up-to-date) then it's doubtful. If you leave your dog at a...
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Is it normal for a dog to bleed vaginally after having an operation to have puppies?
Yes, perfectly normal.
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Why is 0 degrees ideal for dogs?
Zero degrees? If you mean a dog's temperature of 100 degrees, that's there normal average temperature. Just like 98.6 a human's...
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How do you help in delivery of puppies?
The process of delivering puppies is called 'whelping'. Always try to be mentored by a professional breeder before whelping...
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Can you give a dog Tylenol?
I can't believe the two answers below. No, you can NOT give your dog tylenol. Tylenol is FATAL to dogs. My dog is currently at an...
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How do you treat a dog with a cold?
Here is a good link with some great debate on the subject. dogtraining.xp.com I wouldn't give any Medicine. best is Direct go...
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If a pug puppy is molting but has a dark patch between his shoulder blades and a dark spot by his tail is this something to worry about or is it normal?
That is not something to worry about. It is perfectly normal. Many pugs get it from eating too much. This could be something to...
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Why would a dog be losing weight even though he is eating enough?
You should take your dog to the vet to find out for sure BUT some possibilities are ---- BAD CASE OF PARASITES including hook...
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What are the side effects of a staph infection in a puppy that is 2 weeks old?
take it to the vet it could die
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What can you use to safely sedate your dog before grooming?
Sedation isn't really a good idea. I had a Cairn that detested going to the groomers because the groomer kept her for 3 - 4 hours...
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Can you give your dog an antihistamine?
yes, like giving a dog Benadryl when they have a reaction after they get their rabies immunization; some dogs react with swelling...
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How do you stop your dog from eating wood chips?
There are two methods, but you have to be on your toes to catch the dog in action: Usually dogs that do this are "acting out"...
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Is it dangerous that your dog has a yellowish discharge running out of his nose or does he just have a cold?
Probably a sinus infection. He'll need a Vet.
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Does a cold in dogs last for more than a week and if so can you do anything to help him?
If the "cold" that your dog has, has lasted for more than a week, it is most likely something more than just a cold.. It could be...
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What is the normal body temperature of a dog?
Dogs and cats are about 101 F, or 38.3 C, which is why they feel nice and warm on a cold night.
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What should you do if your 15-year-old dog has developed a consistent nodding of his head and tilts it to one side and the vet thinks he's had a stroke but he doesn't seem to be in any pain?
I have a 15yo lab that had similar symptoms over Christmas. One morning he woke up and could barely walk, tilting badly to one...
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Is your dog okay if he gets into a plate of iced cookies ingesting an unknown amount given that the dog shows no noticible symptoms?
I think since your Shih-Tzu doesnt have any bad symptoms it should be perfectly fine.
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Is there any over the counter medicine for your dog who just got bit and his eyes are swollen shut?
Your dog has an allergic reaction and yes there is, but you'd have to explain it to a pharmacist. Eyes are nothing to play...
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The vet put my dog on prednisone 20mg I can not afford to take him back as asked by the vet but I'm not sure if I should be tapering him off the prednisone the way humans need to?
It depends on the size and weight of your dog. Check with your vet. You do not always have to taper off Prednisaone. If you are...
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My dogs leg got broken a 2yrs ago and since then she limps once in a while. today i came home and she won't walk on it at all and it seems to flpo a bit more. could it have broke again?
Dogs, like people, will develop arthritis in old injuries. Usually cooler weather will cause flare ups, but definitely get him to...
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What is a premium dry adult dog food for small dogs which is very healthy and nutritional?
I'll give a brief snippet of an article I posted discussing dog foods and the different varieties. But I think clarification is...
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How do you treat a dog with a dislocated tail?
My dog just dislocated his tail this morning and I called the vet and they told me that either they could put him on meds for...
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What is wrong if your 3-year-old dog that throws up after drinking ANY water including ice cubes but when you feed her with no water she's fine?
You should never give your dog icy cold water. It can be cool, but not cold and I give my dog tepid water (same as body temp.) ...
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What could be wrong with a 2-month-old lab when he shivers and is lethargic but not vomiting and has no temperature?
The dog could be having a seizure. Answer #2 Possibly hypoglycemia. He would need a high nutrient supplement such as Nutri Cal.
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How can you tell if your puppy has a breathing problem?
Hi, In most animals who have breathing problems you may notice: Wheezing similar to Asthma Breathlessness such as...
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Is it normal for a dog to still be bleeding two months after giving birth to a litter of five puppies?
No! You need to take her to the vet right away! Good luck and God Bless:)
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How long can a dog hold urine while owner is at work?
I think it would depend on the size of the dog and how often he/ she drinks water. When I was a kid, we use to have a lab who...
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How do you treat a dog with worms?
The first thing you need to do is try to identify what kind of worms your dog has. Once you've done this, go to your local pet...
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How do you care for a new puppy?
To care for a new puppy, you must look after it with love. Don't just buy or keep the puppy out of pressure, or sympathy. Look...
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Can dogs suffer from being chained up?
There are several aspects to consider. Physical A chained dog could get caught or twisted in the chain, or it could wrap the...
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What is the nutritional difference between puppy food and adult dog food?
Puppy food has different nutrients than Adult food and is geared for the growth and maintenance of the puppy until it matures to...
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What can you do if you take your dog with you wherever you go and he's still a puppy but the size of a full-grown dog and he has become possessive of you and tries to attack if another dog is around?
The best thing to do would've been to not take him everywhere with you in the first place. I know a dog exactly like what you're...
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What's wrong with your dog if he has shivers and a fever and is not eating or playing around?
Please take your dog to the vet right away. If you are low on money you can discuss this with a good vet and work it off there. ...
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What is wrong when green pus is coming from your 4-month-old puppy's penis?
"No, he is not sick. The discharge is most likely smegma, a normal preputial dischage of mucoid glycoproteins and dead epithelial...
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How do you know if a dog is pregnant?
If you think or hope your dog is pregnant, the first thing to do is go to your vet. They can tell you if your pet is pregnant,...
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Why does your puppy's skin look pink and feel hot?
Your little pup may have allergies, or if he/she is having their series of shots they can also have problems with allergies to...
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Can dogs drink tea with artifical sweetners?
Physically they can drink anything. But if you're asking if a dog "likes" to drink to tea I wouldn't know. Yes they can, but...
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What should you do if your dog sounds a bit like she has laryngitis and you're concerned that she might even have asthma because she is always with your husband in the garage when he smokes?
Like humans it's unwise to diagnose ourselves and that's what doctors are for. Please take your pet into a veterarian right away...
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Why might a five-month-old puppy sometimes have yellowish green mucus coming from its nose if it has no temp and has been to vet for all shots?
Puppies are like kids, so sounds to me that your puppy has an infection of some sort. It's time to take your puppy into the vets...
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If your dog has been diagnosed with malignant neoplasia - anal sac carcinoma versus perianal carcinoma - is a runny nose a symptom of this condition?
Yes it can be as your pet is just not well. I had to put my little 10 year old Cairn Daisy to sleep and it was heart-breaking,...
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What causes a dog to have bad breath?
Dogs with bad breath can either have bad teeth or stomach problems. It's best you see the vets and let them examine your dog's...
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What is the cause of yellowish green pus on your 4-month-old puppys penis?
You pup has an infection so please make an appointment ASAP and get some antibiotics for your pet. That is not neccesarily true....
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Can you give your 90-pound dog an aspirin?
yes you can if the dog is over 1 yr old Would you self medicate yourself without finding out what is wrong? If your dog...
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How can you tell a bitch is in heat?
The first indication is usually a slight swelling of the vulva, which may be followed by a slight discharge. Test fo the...
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