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Lipomas
The majority of lipomas are benign fatty tumors. They usually occur in older or overweight pets. They are mainly located in the subcutaneous tissue (beneath the skin) and are painless. They move slightly under your touch. Unless the lipoma is in a part of the pet’s body making him/her uncomfortable or restricting movement, most veterinarians […]
National Pet Holidays in October, November, December
OCTOBER National Animal Safety and Protection Month Adopt a Dog Month – sponsored by the American Humane Association Adopt a Shelter Dog Month – sponsored by the ASPCA National Pet Wellness Month – encouraging owners to be aware of their pet’s health and make an appointment with the vet. Fire Pup Day – Fire pups […]
A Dog’s View of the World
Dogs view the world around them differently than humans do. That’s because their eyesight is somewhat dissimilar from ours. A dog’s visual acuity, the ability to see details, is not as sharp as a human’s, about 4-8 times lower. While a human score of 20/20 on the Snellen eye chart is considered normal, a dog’s […]