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Grooming your dog can be a fun chore or a challenging one for many people. Depending on coat/hair type, medical conditions, and lifestyle factors, some dogs will need different levels of grooming care than others. A well-groomed dog is a sign of overall good health.
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A guide dog is trained to assist individuals who are blind or have low vision, helping them navigate and maintain mobility. In addition to providing traditional canine companionship, they play an integral role in the lives of the visually impaired.
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Bad breath (halitosis) is caused by bacteria, plaque, and tartar. Once halitosis occurs, professional veterinary oral prevention, assessment, and treatment is needed. Teeth affected by advanced periodontal disease need to be extracted. Reducing the accumulation of plaque, tartar, and resulting halitosis can be achieved by using VOHC-accepted products.
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Halloween can be fun for the whole family, but it can also be a scary or dangerous time for pets. Costumes, candy, and noises can cause problems such as stress, poisoning, and anxiety. Keep them in mind when planning your holiday and talk to your veterinarian if you need help with anxiety issues.
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Harvest mites, also known as red bugs, trombiculid mites, scrub-itch mites, berry bugs or, in their larval stage, as chiggers, are mites commonly found in forests and grasslands. Larval stages affect warm-blooded animals and cause a very itchy skin reaction.
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Havanese are small companion dogs known for a friendly temperament, silky coat, and strong attachment to people. These dogs are playful, intelligent, and highly responsive to their environment. They thrive on interaction and often form strong bonds with their owners.
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Hawthorn is an herbal supplement used in dogs, cats, and horses. It is used to support the health of the heart, improve circulation, maintain normal blood pressure, and treat anxiety by producing calming effects on the nervous system.
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A head halter, also known as a head collar, can provide better control and safety for some dogs. For head halter training to be successful, a proper fit is required, along with gentle leash handling and positive reinforcement training.
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Like humans, dogs derive health benefits from regular exercise. As your dog’s caregiver, it’s important that you keep your dog strong and fit through physical activity.
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Heart disease refers to any abnormality of the structure or function of the heart. Most dogs display no clinical signs until heart disease is advanced, although it may be detected earlier, if your veterinarian hears a heart murmur during a physical examination. This handout outlines types of heart disease and summarizes signs, diagnosis, and treatment options.