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Diagnosing and Treating Ear Hematomas. Picture of a bassett hound with its ears blowing in the wind.

Diagnosing and Treating Ear Hematomas

Ear hematomas are fluid-filled pockets on the inside of the earflap. They are most commonly seen in floppy-eared dogs but can occur in other dog breeds and even cats. Hematomas develop when the tiny blood vessels in the ear rupture, bleed under the skin, and form the fluid-filled pocket. Most ear hematomas develop from dogs […]




Pets and the Flu. Picture of a basset hound lying down with a blanket over it and a cloth compress on its head.

Pets and the Flu

Veterinarians have all been taught that it is not possible for pets to catch the flu from humans, but it turns out this may not be the case anymore.  While not common, recent studies show that it is possible for a pet to contact the influenza A virus, better known as the flu, from humans.1 […]




FDA Recommendations for Storing Pet Food. Picture of a black and white cocker spaniel lying beside a dish of dog food.

FDA Recommendations for Storing Pet Food

For your pet’s health, it’s important that you safely store food and treats. Proper storage helps prevent your pet from having health problems related to overeating or eating pet food that isn’t fresh or is meant for another pet. Proper storage of pet food and treats maintains the products’ nutritional value and keeps information handy […]




Indoor Games for Pets. Picture of a Sharpei dog standing in front of an abacus.

Indoor Games for Pets

Keeping our pets in shape is a part of keeping them healthy. Sometimes that’s easier said than done. Bad weather and other events can keep us indoors for long periods of time. That doesn’t mean let the animal be a couch potato for the day. There are still fun ways to engage in play while […]






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