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What to Know about Cognitive Decline in Older Dogs

March 2, 2026

We all hope for as many happy, healthy years as possible with our pets. The normal process of aging comes with some signs of slowing down, but a cluster of behavioral changes may indicate a…
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When Aging Isn’t the Answer: Cushing’s Disease in Dogs

January 30, 2026

It’s easy to chalk up small changes in our dogs to aging. Maybe they’re drinking more water, asking to go outside more often, or losing a little hair. But in some cases, these subtle shifts…
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Do You Have a Dog that Needs a Spay?

January 16, 2026

Experts at the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital want to improve outcomes for female dogs by making their most common surgical procedure—the spay—less painful. Dr. Laura Marti, a veterinarian pursuing specialization in small animal…
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When Skin Infections Keep Coming Back: Pyoderma in Dogs and Cats

January 02, 2026

Skin issues are one of the most common reasons pets end up at the vet. For many itchy dogs and cats, the underlying problem is pyoderma, a bacterial infection of the skin. According to Dr….
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Reasons to Spay Your Guinea Pig

December 08, 2025

Most pet owners know the benefits of spaying female dogs and cats. Surgical removal of the ovaries and uterus not only prevents unwanted pregnancies but also eliminates certain hormonal behaviors related to the heat cycle….
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Why Is My Pet Vomiting? Here’s One Option

December 01, 2025

When you seek medical attention for your vomiting pet, your veterinarian may explore causes ranging from infectious diseases to toxic exposure to mechanical obstructions. But what if it turns out to be “none of the…
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Non-Surgical Treatment for Bladder Stones: Cystoscopic Laser Lithotripsy

November 17, 2025

A new minimally invasive treatment option called cystoscopic laser lithotripsy is changing the game for pets with bladder and urethral stones. The University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital is among the first veterinary hospitals in…
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Do CBD Supplements for Pets Work?

November 07, 2025

Now that a majority of states have legalized medical, and in many cases recreational, marijuana, veterinary emergency rooms are seeing more cases of pets with accidental exposure to marijuana. Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the cannabinoid in marijuana…
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Seeking Young, Healthy Dogs for Study to Address Canine Diabetes

September 26, 2025

Area dog owners, here’s your chance to contribute to an important advance in animal health and get a free evaluation of your own pet’s health status! Experts at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary…
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Never Give Medications for People to Pets

September 19, 2025

If your pet is hurting, it may be tempting to slip two acetaminophen tablets into some peanut butter or wet food. After all, that’s what the bottle tells you to do, right? In reality, medications…
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What to Know about Cognitive Decline in Older Dogs

When Aging Isn’t the Answer: Cushing’s Disease in Dogs

Do You Have a Dog that Needs a Spay?

When Skin Infections Keep Coming Back: Pyoderma in Dogs and Cats

Reasons to Spay Your Guinea Pig

Why Is My Pet Vomiting? Here’s One Option

Non-Surgical Treatment for Bladder Stones: Cystoscopic Laser Lithotripsy

Do CBD Supplements for Pets Work?

Seeking Young, Healthy Dogs for Study to Address Canine Diabetes

Never Give Medications for People to Pets

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What to Know about Cognitive Decline in Older Dogs

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