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Oftentimes, owners don’t even know their pet has an oral lump and we discover it during a routine health check. This is not surprising, given that most dogs dislike having their mouths examined too closely. […]

Finding a new lump or bump on your dog can be a heartstopping moment. For many owners, they’ll automatically jump to the worst case scenario in their minds. However, you need to remember that there […]

Finding a fluid filled lump on your dog will be a worrying time, and you’ll want to know what is going on as soon as possible. Owners should keep in mind that there are a […]

We see our share of brachycephalic breeds in our veterinary practice. After all, Pugs, Boston Terriers, and other flat-faced breeds are cute and cuddly. But they’re also prone to certain congenital abnormalities that can make […]

There are many different conditions that can cause white spots or bumps on a dog’s tongue, some minor and others more serious. As a veterinarian, I inspect dogs’ mouths and tongues daily and frequently talk […]

Dogs often experience ear issues: mites, yeast, and bacteria can cause symptoms such as constant ear scratching, headshaking, a strange yeast smell, red ears or a black ear discharge. It is less common to see […]

A few months ago, we covered top causes of black spots on dog skin. In this article, we will dive deeper specifically into black spots due to yeast infections. These common skin infections are seen […]

Mange can be a frustrating skin disease that can cause extreme discomfort in our canine companions. Either form (Sacoptic or Demodectic) can lead to hair loss, itching, and secondary skin infections. More alarmingly, sarcoptic mange […]