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The medical stuff is stressful. Get expertise on common (and not-so-common) health issues, from causes and symptoms to the latest treatments for pets.

a woman feeding her dog food in a bowl

And the signs to look out for if you’re concerned.

Woman petting her dog outside in the grass.

And what to look for week by week.

Nationwide’s veterinary analytics team looked at the cancer claims of 1.61 million dogs and found that purebred dogs are nearly twice as likely to get cancer as mixed breeds.

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Woman hugging her Labrador dog at home.

This just in: second-hand smoke, still bad.

Woman hugging her dog while he licks his lips.

It’s not always just because they want whatever you’re eating.

A dog coughing

Everything you need to know about this super contagious disease. (Hint: There’s a vaccine.)

Man playing with his large white and black dog outside, at the lake.

Everything you need to know to keep your pup safe.

Sad dog at animal shelter.

Everything you need to know about canine influenza.

Woman laying with dog who is sleeping.

It seriously sounds like another human being is in the room.

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Woman kisses her black pit bull dog on the head.

It stinks to see them uncomfortable. Here’s what you can do.

Woman comforting her lab dog at home.

It’s not fun for anyone.

Friends play with dog in the park.

From ticks-borne disease to nasty parasites, these areas have seen the most dog and cat illnesses. 

Dog walking her owner down by the river.

Pet parents underestimate the risk of this serious condition, new survey reveals.

Man feeding his small black dog.

What to look out for if they are sick from this bacteria.

Two puppies playing together outside.

Yes, and the signs can be subtle. Here’s what to look out for.