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She Was Clear for a Month, Then It Came Back: A Reader Asks About Recurring Mange on a Budget
Hi. I have an adult 7 yr aussidoodle. I rescued her and we have been fighting mites and yeast for months. We treated her for mange. She has a bad immune
Irritation and Discoloration Around Urethra
Reader Question: What could be causing sensitivity and brown discoloration around the urethra on my 6-year-old mini Aussie that causes her to lick frequently?
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Belly sores on Dachshund
I have been bathing Cooper in Burt Bees oatmeal shampoo and putting Vetericyn and Zymox on the sores. He had fleas a while back but Orkin has sprayed
Reader Question: Recurring, Bleeding Lump on Dog's Leg — What Could It Be?
Question: This infection on my dog's leg showed up a month ago, healed over and hair grew back, suddenly emerged again a week ago and getting larger and
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Soars in various areas on my dog
My dog is itching more than usual. He is getting a large soar on his back. Also more smaller bumps On other areas of his body. His ears feel very hot,
Grey, Itchy Ear in Young Dog – What Could Be Causing It?
Reader Question: Grey, Itchy Ear in Young Dog – What Could Be Causing It?Reader Question: Grey, Itchy Ear in Young Dog – What Could Be Causing It?Grey
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Reader Question and Solution: Dog With Itchy Pink Rash on Face, Paws, and Belly – Is It Contagious?
Itchy Facial and Body Rash in Dogs – What It Could BeMy friend’s dog has an itchy rash on its nose and around its eyes and has rubbed most of the fur off
Reader Question: Why Do Dogs Lick Their Paws? Common Causes & Solutions
Constant Paw Licking in Dogs – What It Usually MeansReader's Question:My dog licks his paws. What are the common causes and solutions?Understanding Why
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Facial Swelling and Crusting in Rescue Puppies After Vaccination – What Might Be Going On?
Reader Question: Facial Swelling and Crusting in Rescue Puppies After Vaccination – What Might Be Going On?Managing Suspected Vaccine Reaction and Skin
Reader Question: Dog’s Penis and Testicles Dark in Color – Should I Be Concerned?
My dog has a dark penis color and ball color trying to find out what's the cause Reader Question: Dog’s Penis and Testicles Dark in Color – Should I
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Reader Question: Dog Exposed to Lice – How to Protect Other Pets at Home
My Dog Was Exposed to Lice – What Should I Do to Protect the Others?Reader's Question:My larger Burma-doodle was exposed today to another dog confirmed
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Reader Question: Puppy with Exposed Penis After Rear Leg Amputation – What Can Help?
Reader's Question:Our small dog (5 lbs, 6 1/2 months) was injured and subsequently had an amputation of his right rear leg. His penis was x-rayed and the
Reader Question: Spreading Sore Near Dog’s Nipple – What It Could Be and What to Do
Concern About a Raw, Spreading Sore Near the NippleReader's Question:Question from Leticia:Our female dog has a raw sore near her nipple. The sore is getting
Reader Question: Estradiol for Canine Urinary Incontinence – Is It Safe?
Worried About Side Effects of Estradiol in Your Dog? Here’s What to KnowReader's Question:My 4-year-old, fixed Basset Hound Ruby was having urinary issues
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Reader Question: New Spot on Dog’s Snout – What It Might Be and When to See a Vet
Concern About New Spot on Dog's Snout and Other Ongoing Issues Reader's Question:Question from Alan:Should I be concerned about a new spot on my dogs
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Reader Question: Dog Has Large Red Patches on Belly – Possible Causes & What to Do
Dog’s Belly Covered in Large Red Patches – What Could Be Causing This?My dog has these large red patches on her belly on both sides. What is this, we were
Managing a Dog's Severely Swollen eye: A Reader Asks If It Could Be Cancer
Reader Question on Managing a Dog's Swollen Eye:She's 13,14? Had a hysterectomy and lump from breast removed 5 or 6 years ago . Her eye grew huge . Then
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Treating a Dog’s Inflamed and Licked Paw Pad: A Reader’s Question and Practical Solutions
Reader Question on a Dog Pad Sore IssueShe has been licking this area on her pad for a few days. I didn’t notice it was that large. There is no blood,
Managing Itchy, Smelly Skin Lesions in Dogs: Reader’s Question and Solutions
Practical Solutions for Chronic Itchy Skin Lesions in Dogs: A Response to a Reader's ExperienceMy dog gets elevated bumps on hips. They are itchy so he
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