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    Heatstroke in Dogs-Symptoms and Prevention

    Heatstroke in Dogs-Symptoms and Prevention

    As the summertime approaches, you tend to get excited about spending more time outdoors and indulging in fun activities with your dog. However, it is very important that you keep your dog safe from the harshness of the hot climate. Just like us, humans dogs can also suffer from sunburns,...

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    Signs and Symptoms of Constipation in Dogs

    Signs and Symptoms of Constipation in Dogs

    Much of a pet owner’s life revolves around their dog’s bathroom habits. Potty training, frequent bathroom breaks, and the occasional upset stomach are the norm for most dog owners.   However, pet parents are mostly concerned about where their dog does its business, not that the dog is NOT doing its...

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    Symptoms Your Dog is Having a Heart Attack

    Symptoms Your Dog is Having a Heart Attack

    What is a Heart Attack? A heart attack (also known as a myocardial infarction) occurs when blood is unable to reach the muscles of the heart. When the heart is deprived of blood, it does not receive necessary oxygen or nutrients. In turn, the heart muscle dies, which affects how...

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    Canine Cognitive Dysfunction

    Canine Cognitive Dysfunction

    Dogs and humans share a surprising number of similarities, from biology to brain chemistry.  One example is the incidence of dementia as both humans and canines grow older. In the dog health realm, this disease has been termed Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (CCD) and is similar to Alzheimer’s disease in humans. ...

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    My Pet is Tired: Exercise Intolerance or Lethargy?

    My Pet is Tired: Exercise Intolerance or Lethargy?

    Change in behavior is a common sign that something is wrong with your pet. Dogs have numerous coping and defense mechanisms, with lethargy and exercise intolerance both signaling different diseases. Here, the difference between lethargy and exercise intolerance will be discussed, as well as what to do if your dog...

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    Coffee: How Good or Bad Is It for Your Dog?

    Coffee: How Good or Bad Is It for Your Dog?

    Apart from coffee, a lot of everyday food products contain caffeine, such as tea, chocolate, soda and energy drinks, which are just as dangerous for your canines. Dogs tend to be more sensitive towards the effects of caffeine than humans. In most cases, a few licks of coffee cannot cause...

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    Arthritis in Dogs and Steps for Prevention

    Arthritis in Dogs and Steps for Prevention

    Arthritis will affect almost every senior dog to a varying degree. However, there are many steps that a pet owner can take to delay the onset of joint pain, as well as minimize symptoms. Here, the symptoms of canine arthritis will be discussed in addition to steps for prevention. What...

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    What Happens when Canine Diabetes is Left Untreated

    What Happens when Canine Diabetes is Left Untreated

    Diabetes is an increasingly common ailment in dogs, particularly because one of the main risk factors is obesity. In the United States, an estimated 1 in 308 dogs suffers from diabetes, while nearly 55% of the pet population is obese. Here, diabetes symptoms and treatment will be discussed, as well...

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    Pet First Aid: What to Do if Your Dog Eats Something Poisonous

    Pet First Aid: What to Do if Your Dog Eats Something Poisonous

    Common Poisons The most common canine poisons include the following: Human Food (chocolate, candy, xylitol, garlic, etc.) Antifreeze Medication (dog or human) Mouse/Rat Poison Household Products (i.e. bleach, fire logs, cleaners) Plants (tulips, daffodils, rhododendrons, sago palm) Fertilizer Symptoms of Poisoning The symptoms of pet poisoning can vary, depending on...

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    Top 5 Leading Causes of Death in Dogs

    Top 5 Leading Causes of Death in Dogs

    The sad reality is that many dogs pass away prematurely due to preventable disease. Listed here are the top 5 leading causes of death in dogs, and how Actijoy dog products can aid in early detection or prevention. Kidney Disease Kidney disease occurs when a dog’s kidneys no longer properly...