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Can My Pet Have Chocolate?

Chocolate Chunks

While the health benefits of chocolate, especially dark chocolate, are touted for humans, it is toxic for pets. Learn what makes chocolate toxic to pets, the different types of chocolate, and what signs to watch for if your pet eats it.

Cocoa Mulch and other Toxins
Veterinary Medicine Spotlight10

Dog Bite Prevention Week

Monday May 20, 2013

Prevent Dog Bites / Flickr - State Farm InsuranceNational Dog Bite Prevention Week is May 19-25, 2013.  The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is promoting dog bite prevention with safety tips, audio and video segments, printable brochures, and a Facebook event to create awareness that "any dog can bite."

A dog with teeth barred (as in the photo) is an obvious danger. How do you react in this type of situation to avoid a bite? On the other end of the spectrum, friendly dogs that are unexpectedly hugged or have their tail pulled may also react with a bite. Read More...

Was my dog really neutered?

Thursday May 16, 2013

Dog neuter surgery by Janet Tobiassen Crosby DVMYou take your male dog in to be neutered, and after he is back home, it appears that the testicles are still there. Or are they?

Learn the answer to this common question, why it may happen, and if you should be concerned.

FAQ: Was my dog really neutered?

Readers Respond: Tell us about having your pet spayed or neutered

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Surgical Photo Gallery of Lipoma Removal in a Dog

Tuesday May 14, 2013

Veterinary anesthesia equipment © Janet Tobiassen Crosby DVMMost lipomas are watched and not surgically removed, but if they are large, impede movement or function, or suspected of being malignant, they are removed surgically.

This is a surgical step-by-step of a lipoma removal. Please note: The photos in this gallery are graphic and not for those who are squeamish at the sight of blood or surgery.

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Photo: Veterinary anesthesia equipment © Janet Tobiassen Crosby DVM


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Your Questions: Pet Diarrhea and Gas

Friday May 10, 2013

Dr. RubinGuest Contributor Sheldon (Shelly) Rubin DVM is a contributing veterinary expert on this site, answering viewer questions about pet health care and concerns.

This is the first installment of viewer questions about the sometimes embarrassing problems of diarrhea and gas in dogs and cats.

Tell Us: What is the worst thing your pet has eaten?

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