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Dog Sprained Leg

A sprain or strain is a soft tissue injury that causes damage to the muscle or tendon. This is common in very active dogs. When your dog is running or jumping around, the sudden change in direction can cause them to pull or strain and muscle.

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Amoxicillin for Dogs

Has your dog been prescribed amoxicillin? This is a common antibiotic that many vets use in dogs and cats. It is very effective at treating multiple conditions and is a very safe and inexpensive choice for treating an infection in your dog.

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Antibiotics, Probiotics & Their Effect on Pet's Gut Health

Antibiotics have a complex relationship with the gut of our furry friends, while probiotics support a healthy gut and overall wellness. Probiotics may just be the missing element needed to help moderate the relationship between antibiotics and the gut.

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Why Does My Dog Smell Like Fish?

No matter how much you love your dog, you probably don’t love all of their smells — especially if he or she is emanating an undersea odor. If something smells fishy with your dog, here are a few possible explanations.

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Are Foxtails Dangerous for Dogs?

They can manage to get into all sorts of places on your dog, from their face, to their genitals, to the cracks in between their toes. But the discomfort doesn’t end there. Foxtails can actually burrow into your dog’s skin and become a painful splinter and even cause an infection.

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Dog Losing Hair Around Their Eyes

As you probably know all too well, it’s perfectly normal for your furry friend to shed on a regular basis (just ask your couch cushions for verification). But a dog losing a noticeable amount of hair around his eyes may be suffering from an underlying health condition.

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