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2023

Does Your Dog Need A Leptospirosis Vaccine?

When you take your dog to the vet, chances are, the vet will generally make sure they are up to date on all of their vaccines. There are certain “core” vaccines that every dog should have. Rabies and distemper vaccines fall into this category. Then, there are non-core vaccines, which are vaccines that some dogs benefit from, but other dogs don’t really need. One non-core vaccine that your vet may talk to you about is the vaccine for leptospirosis. Read More»

Three Times That Your Dog May Need A Liver Biopsy

Dogs can develop all sorts of liver issues, particularly as they get older. Regular checkups at your local animal clinic will ideally catch any issue early, prompting the veterinarian to proceed in one or more ways. One thing that will often be necessary for a pet’s suspected liver issue is to take a biopsy of their organ. This involves inserting a fine needle into the dog’s liver to remove a piece of tissue. Read More»