National 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...
You 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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Most 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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Guest 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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