What Is Ketoconazole Used for in Dogs?

Ketoconazole is a prescription medication, so seeing your veterinarian for an accurate diagnosis of your dog’s skin problem is wise—and necessary to get the drug. Credit: Bluecinema | Getty Images Ketoconazole is a prescription antifungal medication available in a variety of formulations. This makes it a versatile treatment option for dogs plagued by fungal infections…

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Dachshund Feeding Chart: Age-Wise Food Guide

Most small breed feeding guides treat the Dachshund like any other compact dog. That’s a mistake. The Dachshund has a structural vulnerability that no other popular breed shares quite as acutely: an extremely long spine on very short legs, supported by a body that gains weight disproportionately around the abdomen. Extra weight on a Dachshund…

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Aloe Vera for Dogs – Whole Dog Journal

The inner gel of the aloe vera plant can be used on many kinds of canine skin irritations and injuries. Credit: HooSv | Getty Images Thanks to its popularity as a soothing, healing herb—aloe vera’s annual sales are estimated at over $1 billion per year—it’s easy to recognize this succulent plant by its thick, fleshy,…

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Meet the Dog That Doesn’t Bark for Attention, Doesn’t Rush In, and Doesn’t Need to Prove Anything

When it comes to mixed dog breeds, you’re likely to have come across one of the latest: the Rotticorso. This large, in charge, gentle giant crosses two exceptional dog breeds, resulting in a Rottweiler Cane Corso Mix.  The Rottweiler and the Cane Corso male and females are known for their strong and rugged appearances, active and gentle…

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