Sentences with phrase «families of dogs appear»

Certain breeds or families of dogs appear to be more susceptible to adverse vaccine reactions, particularly post-vaccinal seizures, high fevers, and painful episodes of hypertrophic osteodystrophy (HOD)(Dodds, 1997, 1999, 2001).

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«The healthy distrust of unfamiliar dogs does not appear to exist toward the family dog,» Arhant concludes.

Although they may appear to be mellow, these dogs are fiercely loyal and protective of their families.

This article originally appeared on Dr. Mahaney's The Daily Vet column on PetMD as Shelter Dogs Help Veterans Cope with PTSD Have you or your family, friends, or coworkers benefited from the companionship of a service dog?

What appears below is a summary of my conversation with the dog's family about lymphoma and the options for treatment of their beloved companion.

Some breeds of dog appear to be more sensitive to poisoning from onions, garlic, leeks and chives, which belong to the same plant family.

Steve is a certified dog and cat behavior consultant, has written several books, hosts two nationally syndicated radio shows, and has appeared on numerous TV shows including «The Oprah Winfrey Show,» «National Geographic Explorer,» and «Pets Part of the Family.»

Evolutionary studies suggest that the first identifiable members of the dog family, Canidae, appeared about 40 million years ago during the Eocene epoch, with today's modern wolf appearing nearly two million years ago.

The fruit appears similar to cherry tomatoes (another member of the nightshade family), but it is toxic for humans and even more so for dogs.

Many factors are involved in deciding when (or whether) to spay or neuter dogs with a family history of cancer, especially: Transitional Cell Carcinoma, Hemangiosarcoma, Osteosarcoma, Lymphosarcoma, or Prostatic Adenocarcinoma where the risk of cancer in some breeds in limited studies appears to be higher if the dog is spayed or neutered.

Their compact, muscular solid build might make them appear as if they are the Mike Tyson of the dog breeds but they are in fact, funny, loving, gentle dogs who love nothing more than spending time with their family.

A dog who doesn't know how to play will appear so quiet and withdrawn that he may never find a family of his own.

She was protective of the family but got along with other dogs and people as long as they didn't appear to threaten the family.