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Dr. Eileen Fatcheric, DVM

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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 in Syracuse, New York.
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 in Dogs: Symptoms and Prevention

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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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What to give a dog with constipation depends on how long the dog has been constipated.
Health

What to Give a Dog for Constipation

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Health

Cataracts in Dogs

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Funny dog enjoying scratching his bum on grass at public dog park
Health

What Is Anal Gland Expression?

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A red rash on a dog's belly or inner thighs is usually due to allergies but may indicate a serious problem like mange.
Health

Treating a Red Rash on a Dog’s Belly

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Cute puppy playing, running, fluffy ears and tail
Health

Can a Dog Break His Tail?

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