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Dementia in Dogs

As our dog’s age, they can develop similar cognitive dysfunctions to what we see in humans. This can be difficult to diagnose and difficult to treat. It’s a confusing time for both the pet and the pet parent. Some common symptoms of dementia in dogs are as follows:

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Chocolate Toxicity

It is common knowledge to most people that chocolate is toxic to dogs if ingested, but most people do not know why or how harmful it can be. If a dog has ingested a large enough amount, they can show symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, tremors, restlessness, hyperactivity, rapid heart rate, heart arrhythmias and seizures.

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Addison’s Disease – Hypoadrenocorticism

Patients with Addison’s disease are usually younger dogs (cats can get the disease however it is rare). Female dogs are affected twice as often as males, and the standard poodle and bearded collie seem to have a predisposition to the disease.

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10 Winter Safety Tips for Your Pets

Top 10 winter safety tips for your pets:

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What Your Vet Tech Wants You to Know

Has your pet ever been to a veterinary hospital? If so, your pet probably met a veterinary technician. Veterinary technicians have many roles in the veterinary hospital that most clients never see. Here are a few things that every veterinary technician wants you to know.

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We’ve been with Dartmouth vet a long time! My boy is super nervous but always has a good time here.…

Marcy Lecky-nickerson

Dr. O’Leary was absolutely amazing as was Amanda . Dr. O’Leary took care of any concerns and questions, explained what…

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I always have excellent service here. The staff are knowledgeable and friendly and I feel that my fur kids are…

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This is the most patient and caring staff I have ever encountered. I have been with them for almost 10…

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We found Dartmouth Veterinary several years ago after another Vet was not able to help our Bandit. We were lucky…

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The Risks of Being an Outdoor Cat

Cats are curious creatures who love to roam and explore. The outside world is full of birds to hunt, trees to climb and sun patches to roll in - so why doesn’t everyone let their cat go outside?

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