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Common issues deals with a variety of dog-related problems that come and go on a regular basis. This category includes basic health problems along with the feel-good component of spoiling your dog the right way.

The signs of pregnancy in dogs are similar to those experienced by people. However, there are some key differences pet owners should be aware of. For one thing, dogs are only pregnant for a short time. In humans, the gestation period takes about 280 days, or 40 weeks. For dogs, pregnancy ranges between 58 and …

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Medically reviewed by Dr. Erica Irish, July 20, 2023 Constipation in dogs is one of several gastrointestinal issues pet owners face. Just like humans, dogs can experience discomfort and pain caused by an irregular bowel movement. Constipation occurs when there is a problem with the digestive system. The process of digestion begins the moment dogs …

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Determining whether centipedes are poisonous to dogs is a bit complex. Take, for instance, the common house centipede (Scutigera coleoptrata). This arthropod is more likely to startle pets than actually hurt them. Household centipedes are generally harmless, although nobody wants them crawling around the house. On the bright side, having a few centipedes in your …

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Bowel obstruction surgery in dogs is more common than you might think, especially in dogs that like to swallow things they shouldn’t. For these dogs, foreign objects such as toys, rocks, bones, yarn, socks, dish towels, and string are all fair game. Unfortunately, this kind of anything goes diet can lead to a partial or …

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