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Labrador Retriever dog sniffing and eyeing a group of smooth, round river rocks on the ground

Why Do Dogs Eat Rocks? Understanding This Risky Behavior

23 May 2024

Why dogs may be prone to eating rocks, including pica, gut problems, lack of mental stimulation, and taste/texture preferences, and how to stop the behavior.

Concerned-looking Labrador Retriever puppy with matted fur, resting on a soft blanket in a veterinary office setting

Can Dogs Get Chicken Pox? Veterinary Facts Revealed

23 May 2024

Canine parvovirus is a highly contagious viral disease that mostly affects puppies and unvaccinated dogs, with symptoms including fever, lethargy, vomiting, and severe diarrhea.

Poodle with patches of inflamed, bumpy skin on its back, appearing to itch itself

Miliary Dermatitis in Dogs: Causes and Treatments

21 May 2024

Causes, diagnosis, and treatment of acute dog skin bumps, including allergies, infections, and when to contact your vet.

Distressed dog repeatedly licking and gnawing at its lower back and tail on a tile floor

Why Does My Dog Keep Licking Their Butt and Tail? Common Causes

20 May 2024

Causes of a dog licking their butt and tail too much, such as anal sac problems, worms, allergies, and psychological reasons.

A fluffy, pea-colored Persian cat looking puzzled at a bowl of hummus on a kitchen counter

Can Cats Have Hummus? What You Need to Know About This Chickpea Dip

20 May 2024

Hummus has things like garlic and onions in it, which are both poisonous to cats and can lead to an upset stomach.

Energetic Border Collie chasing after a pile of spilled cornstarch on a kitchen floor

Can Dogs Eat Cornstarch? Healthy Carb Sources for Pups

20 May 2024

Cornstarch can offer dogs a fast source of energy, but too much can lead to gastrointestinal problems such as stomach upset and diarrhea.

Fluffy Chow Chow dog gazing at a large, oblong yak chew treat on a hardwood floor in a warm, minimalist living room

Are Yak Chews Safe for Dogs? What Pet Owners Need to Know

20 May 2024

Things to think about before giving your dog a yak chew, such as safety, advantages, disadvantages, and how to find the best chew for your dog.

Worried Pug owner carefully wiping a calamine-like lotion off their dog's skin in a bathroom setting

Is It Safe to Put Calamine Lotion on Dogs? Here's What Vets Say, Plus Safer Alternatives

20 May 2024

Hazards of putting calamine lotion on dogs, such as the potential for zinc toxicity, and other, better options for addressing skin issues in dogs.

Worried-looking Siamese cat staring at a pile of raisins on the floor, with a puffed-up tail and concerned expression

Can Cats Eat Raisins? The Risks of This Potential Pet Hazard

19 May 2024

Raisins are extremely poisonous to cats and can lead to kidney failure, even if only a small number are consumed.

Close-up portrait of a tabby cat sniffing a red hibiscus flower, with a blurred tropical background

Hibiscus and Cats: What You Should Know

18 May 2024

Hibiscus flowers are poisonous to cats and can cause stomach upset if eaten, so steps should be taken to prevent exposure.

Veterinarian using tweezers to extract an ingrown hair from a poodle's paw pad on a medical examination table

Can Dogs Get Ingrown Hairs? Signs, Causes, and Prevention

18 May 2024

Causes, symptoms, and treatment of folliculitis in dogs, as well as how to prevent this common skin condition.

Border Collie sitting politely and looking up expectantly as its owner holds a bag of corn chips

Can Dogs Eat Corn Chips? A Look at the Risks and Benefits

18 May 2024

Corn chips are not poisonous for dogs, but they should only be given to dogs occasionally and in small amounts.