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Heat Stroke in Dogs
As the hot days of summer are upon us, the heat can affect our pets as much as it affects us. Heat stroke, also known as HYPERthermia, becomes a concern for dogs on very hot or humid days. It can happen quite quickly – exposure to the heat does not have to be prolonged if […]
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Abscesses in Dogs
An abscess is the collection of pus (white blood cells) that has built up in tissues of the body from infection. In veterinary medicine, we often see abscesses formed as the result of wounds that have gone untreated, such as a puncture wound from a bite. Sometimes pet owners aren’t even aware their animal has […]
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Animals and e-cigarettes: watch out!
Electronic cigarettes,“e-smokes” or “vapourizers” are becoming quite popular in everyday culture. They are marketed as an alternative to cigarette smoking and are treated under the same rules and regulations. These devices are usually made of a metal cylindircal body that hold a cartridge containing a liquid solution. Some of these solutions contain nicotine in a […]
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Anal Sac Disorders in Dogs
Anal sacs (also called glands) are two small glands located just inside your pet’s anus. They hold a liquid material that is thick, oily and has a very strong unpleasant odor. In present day these glands really hold no purpose for domesticated dogs, however, the anal sacs originally served as a territorial or self-defense mechanism […]
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Community Events
Here at Dartmouth Veterinary Hospital, we have several upcoming events we want to invite you to!
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