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What Are The Best Pain Meds For Dogs? Avoid Your Medicine Cabinet

Our family dog, Tiny, is a fanatic off-leash runner. He loves to bolt at full speed, but his aging body isn’t keeping up with his youthful energy (sound familiar?!). Often, the next day, he’s sluggish and so sore he won’t even jump up on the couch with me.

We all hate to see our dogs in pain and want to give them relief. Fortunately, there are some very effective pain medications for dogs available. Before you pop them a pill, however, it’s crucial to know what’s safe and what’s not — and what pain medication side effects to watch for.

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Meloxicam For Dogs: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & More

As pet parents, when our dogs are unwell, we don’t feel like ourselves either. We’re worried and stressed, and we just want to see them wagging their tails, nudging us with their noses, and enjoying their food again. So, it’s understandable if you find yourself staring at the medication prescribed by the vet, trying to remember exactly what they said. Thankfully, the dispensing label for any veterinary medication should give clear instructions on how to give it to your dog, and if you’re still unsure, then your veterinarian will be happy for you to call and clarify. Let’s take a closer look at meloxicam for dogs to answer any extra questions you might have.

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Why Does My Dog Smell Like Fish? (How To Fix Their Stinky Butt, Breath & Pee)

Owning a dog means experiencing a plethora of different smells. Not all of these are good smells. One thing in particular that stands out is when a pup has a fishy odor. This fishy odor can come from the front end, back end, or simply seem to come from everywhere. Canine owners ask a common question: why does my dog smell like fish? The answer is not simple and often involves your dogs’ anal glands, but there are several reasons for a fish-like odor. If your dog has a fishy smell, it can be overpowering and incredibly stressful for owners. Understanding why your pup smells funky and what steps to take next is essential.

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Puppy Deworming Schedule: How Puppies Get Worms, Symptoms, Prevention, Treatment & More

Welcoming home a new furry member of the family is an exciting time. However, intestinal parasites and worms are common in young dogs, and nobody wants extra visitors to their family. Worming is an important part of responsible pet ownership as worms can pose a health risk to your pet and your family. So how do you spot, treat, and prevent worms in puppies?

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Tapeworms In Dogs: Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention & More

You’ve probably seen at least one cringe-worthy video of an unbelievably long tapeworm being pulled out of an animal or even a human. Yes, tapeworms are disgusting, but unfortunately, they’re also easily transmitted to our pets. How do you know if your dog has them? And are tapeworms a serious health threat? We answer all of your questions about symptoms, treatment, prevention, and more.

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Dog Intestinal Blockage: Timeline, Signs, Symptoms, Cost, Surgery, Recovery, Success Rates, & More

Is your pup a big-time chewer? If so, there’s a chance your dog may experience intestinal blockage at some point in their lifetime. All it takes is your dog ingesting one small toy or sock to cause a serious blockage in his gastrointestinal (GI) tract, which can lead to major surgery and astronomical medical bills.

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BARK Food Reviews: Recipes, Features & Our Personal Experience

Making the right choices for your dog’s nutrition is a big job for pet parents. Fortunately, there are many options out there, including those services that deliver a subscription box right to your door. BARK Food is a newer company in the dog chow market, but its parent company, BARK, is well known for its BarkBox dog subscription boxes. Pet parents can set up a subscription service for their pets. I give you the details on their recipes, pricing, and more in our BARK Food reviews. Learn how my pups rated their food.

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Best Dog Food For Labs: Puppies, Dry, Affordable & More

Labrador Retrievers are incredibly intelligent and are one of the most popular dog breeds for family pets. The Labrador Retriever has long taken one of the top spots on the most popular dog breeds list. As hard-working, larger-sized dogs, they must have top-quality nutrition. Labs’ dietary and nutritional needs will change as they move through different life stages, like every other dog breed. We have done extensive research and are happy to share our top dog food choices for Lab puppies and adults and specific dietary concerns for this highly lovable breed.

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Best Dog Food For Boston Terriers: Puppies, Adults, Seniors & More

Boston Terriers are small dogs famous for their tuxedo-like coats. These little pups have incredibly gentle, friendly, happy-go-lucky personalities. They make fantastic companions and are extremely popular as apartment dogs due to their small size.

Boston Terriers are undeniably adorable, affectionate, and lovable pets. However, they are prone to some health conditions and often develop sensitive stomachs and dietary allergies. Providing them with high-quality, balanced nutrition is pivotal to long-term health.

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Best Dog Food Delivery Service 2024: PetFlow vs Chewy vs Amazon vs Ollie vs Farmers Dog vs Freshpet vs Nom Nom & More

You come home from a long day at work only to realize you forgot to pick up dog food on the way home. As pet parents, we’ve all been there. But there’s an easy way to keep your home stocked with the dog food of your choice. Dog’s diets are changing, and thus the options are expanding. According to a 2020 Wisdom Panel survey, 20% of dogs eat grain-free dog food, 19% eat specialty food, and culinary-based and high-protein pet foods are expected to grow by 30% or more in the next four years. Whether you’re looking for fresh dog food meals, personalized diets, all-natural kibble, traditional dog food, or sustainably sourced, we’ve got you covered. Discover the best dog food delivery services we’ve found for your dog’s nutritional needs.

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Best Dog Foods: Blue Buffalo vs Purina Pro Plan vs Taste of the Wild vs Royal Canin vs Nutro vs Diamond Naturals vs Ollie vs Farmer’s Dog & More

What’s the best dog food? That’s such an open-ended question, right? Dogs have very different dietary needs, depending on their age, allergies, and many other health concerns. We know it’s so hard to find the best dog food for your pup’s diet type and health needs, as well as your budget. So our experts have broken down some of the best dog foods on the market into specific categories to help you decide which is the best option for you and your pup’s needs.

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Can Dogs Eat Cicadas? Are They Poisonous Or Dangerous?

Warm weather brings a host of adventures for your pup, and one of the many mysteries your dog may find too enticing to ignore are the emergence of cicadas. These loud, buzzing insects don’t sting or bite, so you might think they’re harmless to your pup. But what if your dog develops a taste for these hard-shelled insects? Can dogs eat cicadas safely, or do they pose a health hazard if ingested?

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