If your dog is sneezing a lot, you might find yourself worrying that he’s getting sick. But sneezing in dogs isn’t quite the same as it is in humans, and there are many situations in which your dog may be sneezing for a completely normal reason. Reasons Why Dogs Sneeze in Matthews, NC Dogs use their noses much more than humans do, so they also sneeze much more often as well.  Below are eight common reasons why your dog keeps sneezing: Playing and Excitement When dogs become very excited, they sometimes sneeze. This is because sneezing, in dog body language,
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Does your dog have bad breath? Do you find it difficult to approach him, even when you want to cuddle with him or spend time loving on him? Bad dog breath may have a variety of underlying causes contributing to this problem. Although a dog’s breath may never smell wonderful, it shouldn’t be unbearable either, so it’s important to get to the bottom of the issue. In this article, we’ll explain some of the most common causes of bad breath in dogs as well as some treatment options to consider in Matthews. Causes of Bad Dog Breath in Matthews, NC
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When you have a new puppy in the family, it’s important to keep up with all of her vet care and health requirements. It can be overwhelming trying to remember all the shots she needs, but her well-being depends on her receiving them in a timely fashion. Although your vet in Matthews will give you much more information about your puppy’s required shots as well as those that are strongly recommended, it’s important to brush up on that information on your own as well. Common and Essential Puppy Shots in Matthews, NC In the list below, we’ll guide you through
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At Caring Hearts Animal Hospital, it is no secret we love cats.  Our resident clinic cat Maddox is always here sharing his good vibes, head butts and kitty purrs with our team and the occasional lucky clients.  That is why we are pumped that September is Happy Cat Month!  This is a time to make sure our cats are living their best lives.  Cats have given so much to humans over the ages.  From companionship to pest control they make our lives better.  Now it is our turn to make sure they are healthy and happy. Here are some interesting
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Vaccination against disease has a long and fascinating history in human and animal health. The first record of inoculation of humans began in 1000 CE (BC for us old schoolers) when the Chinese used a technique called variolation to protect them against smallpox. It was also practiced in Turkey and Africa before spreading to Europe and the Americas. In 1796 Edward Jenner innovated this by using cowpox material to create immunity to smallpox and after 200 years of medical and technological changes, eventually smallpox was eradicated. If you want to explore more check out this website.   What is the
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