Hip dysplasia is a congenital disease that, in its more severe form, can eventually cause lameness and painful arthritis of the joints. It is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. It can be found in many animals and, rarely, humans, but is common in many dog breeds, particularly
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Hip Dysplasia
Category: Pet Health, Orthopedics
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Hives and Skin Allergies
Category: Equine, Pet Health, Chronic Conditions
The skin is the largest organ in the body and serves many important functions. In spite of its usefulness, a horse’s skin can also develop redness, itchiness or hives in response to various substances in the environment. These kinds of allergic reactions can be caused by things eaten, inhaled or touched
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Holiday Hazards for Pets
Category: Newsletter Library, Seasonal Topics
The holidays are fun, even for pets, but the season brings added danger for animal companions. Learn to recognize and manage holiday hazards to keep your pet safe during the festivities. Tinsel Tinsel is attractive, especially to cats. Tinsel is not toxic but consuming tinsel can cause serious harm
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Holiday Pet Safety Tips
Category: Newsletter Library
Do you know how to prevent pet holiday mishaps?
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Home Dental Care
Category: Newsletter Library, Keeping Pets Healthy
Home dental care for your cat or dog has the same goal as home dental care for yourself, to remove dental plaque. Plaque is the sticky, whitish film with the bad taste and offensive odor that accumulates inside the mouth. Plaque is about 85% bacteria and will mineralize to form tartar. Plaque accumulation
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Homemade vs. Store Bought Pet Food
Category: Newsletter Library, Nutrition & Food
Not sure if homemade or store-bought food is best for your pet? Consider these important factors.
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Hoof Health and Care
Category: Equine, Living With Your Pet, Providing Care
Horse hooves are complex structures that tell you a lot about your horse’s health and wellbeing. They’re also susceptible to many problems. Here are a few hoof basics as well as some of the major hoof issues your horse faces. Anatomy If you look at the bottom of a horse’s hoof, you’ll see two
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Hoof Problems and Diseases in Horses
Category: Newsletter Library
Could your horse be at risk of developing one of these common hoof problems?
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Hookworm
Category: Pet Health, Pests and Parasites
Hookworms are small, thread-like parasites of the small intestine where they attach and suck large amounts of blood. These parasites are found in almost all parts of the world, being common in dogs, and occasionally seen in cats. Symptoms are usually diarrhea and weight loss. The parasites can actually
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Horse Health
Category: Equine, Living With Your Pet, Providing Care
Looking after a horse is a complicated and, at times, trying experience. Part of a well horse health program includes routine vaccination and deworming. In addition to caring for the inside, however, two simple ways to maintain horse health are regular grooming and equine massage. Vaccinations Vaccinations
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Horse Talk: Oral Exams Matter at Every Age
Category: Newsletter Library, Equine
Regular dental care is an important part of equine wellness care. Horses have a hypsodont tooth and an anisognathic jaw conformation. This means that the upper jaw is wider than the lower jaw, an arrangement that maximizes a horse’s chewing efficiency. A horse’s teeth and bite are important for more
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Horseback Riding in the Winter
Category: Newsletter Library, Equine
Are you planning to ride your horse this winter? Check out these safety tips.
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Hot Spots and Pets: What You Can Do to Help Your Furry Friend
Category: Newsletter Library
Does your pet frequently develop hot spots? Find out how to prevent and treat the painful spots.
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How Healthy Are Your Pet's Teeth?
Category: Newsletter Library
Do you know the facts about pet dental health?
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How Pet Food Is Made
Category: Video Newsroom, Other Interests
Many pet owners are just as concerned about what goes into their pet's food as they are about their own food. With so many brands out there, how can a concerned pet lover know that they are feeding the best? How can we know what is going into our friends' diets? With the health of their pets on
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How Safe is Your Dog’s Food?
Category: Newsletter Library, Nutrition & Food
Over the last several years, numerous dog food brands and treats have been recalled for chemical contamination or Salmonella. This last summer many dog food brands were recalled due to Salmonella; all were manufactured in a Diamond Pet Foods plant in Gaston, South Carolina, USA. This plant makes many
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