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Dr. Eileen Fatcheric is a 1988 graduate of Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. She owned and managed her own small-animal veterinary hospital for 17 years and currently sees patients part time at VCA Fairmount Animal Hospital in Syracuse, New York.
A small brown dog with a large swelling on his elbow.
Health

Dog Elbow Hygromas

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Hungry and impudent basenji dog trying to steal pizza dough on a kitchen bar while being home alone
Digestion

Symptoms of Pancreatitis in Dogs and Treatment

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Cute Maltese puppy dog close up head-shot of the eye detail with typical tear staining around the eye.
Care

Dog Tear Stain Remover: When and What to Use

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Partners doing sport outdoors, men with dog running in the mountains of the Barcelona province doing sport together. Dog in the focus of the picture with owner in the background.
Care

Rabies Symptoms in Dogs

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Dog jumpimg over the fence or net. Dog exercise. Spring day
Behavior

Do Dogs Have Periods?

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A cute dog chewing on a hard deer antler that can damage its teeth.
Dental Health

Are Antlers Safe for Dogs?

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Beautiful puppy dog lying belly up with a pronounced "outie belly button," showing an umbilical hernia in puppies.
Puppies

Umbilical Hernias in Puppies

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If you notice your dog obsessively licking the same spot, inspect it more closely as this may be the beginning of a hot spot. Credit: Olena Rubin | Getty Images
Health

Dog Hot Spot Healing Stages

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A black lab sits on its hind legs on an empty wooded trail with fallen autumn leaves, licking its tongue humorously.
Behavior

Why Dogs Lick Excessively

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This overweight dog suffers from Cushing’s Syndrome, causing him to experience constant thirst, drink too much water, and have to urinate frequently. Photo by ktaylorg, Getty Images
Care

What is Cushing’s Disease in Dogs

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White and brown dog pooing in a park
Health

What to Give a Dog for Constipation

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Health

Cataracts in Dogs

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My Thanks Are for Shelter Workers

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Shelter workers are some of the hardest working people who deal with dogs, and we are thankful for all their hard work.
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