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Vagal Nerve Stimulation for the Dog
Q. I am seeing a lot of posts on social media about vagal nerve stimulation to calm a dog’s anxiety. What is it and does it work? A. Yes,...
Vagal Nerve Stimulation for the Dog
Q. I am seeing a lot of posts on social media about vagal nerve stimulation to calm a dog’s anxiety. What is it and does it work? A. Yes,...

Never Bit Before!
Q. My dog just bit my guest without any warning. He has never done this before. What is going on? A. Dog bites are considered...
Never Bit Before!
Q. My dog just bit my guest without any warning. He has never done this before. What is going on? A. Dog bites are considered...

Sound Therapy for Anxious Dogs
Q. Can you tell me about Sound Therapy and its use for dogs with anxiety? A. When we talk about sound therapy with dogs, it is usually associated with noise...
Sound Therapy for Anxious Dogs
Q. Can you tell me about Sound Therapy and its use for dogs with anxiety? A. When we talk about sound therapy with dogs, it is usually associated with noise...

Introducing a New Pet
Q. I am thinking of getting a second pet, either a cat or dog, for my rescue pup. Any tips for an easier transition? A. Adding a new companion...
Introducing a New Pet
Q. I am thinking of getting a second pet, either a cat or dog, for my rescue pup. Any tips for an easier transition? A. Adding a new companion...

Early Cancer Detection in Dogs
Q. Are there any early detection tests for cancer in dogs? A. Nearly half the dogs older than 10 years will get cancer. Some breeds are more prone to...
Early Cancer Detection in Dogs
Q. Are there any early detection tests for cancer in dogs? A. Nearly half the dogs older than 10 years will get cancer. Some breeds are more prone to...

Heartworm in Maine
Q. What is the heartworm situation here in Maine? Do I need to be concerned? A. Just like ticks, heartworm was very rare in Maine. Most of the positive dogs...
Heartworm in Maine
Q. What is the heartworm situation here in Maine? Do I need to be concerned? A. Just like ticks, heartworm was very rare in Maine. Most of the positive dogs...