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When Do Chihuahuas Stop Growing?
As a toy breed, Chihuahuas grow up fast. Most reach their full height by about 6 to 8 months old, then keep filling out with a little muscle and weight until roughly 9 to 12…
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How Can You Tell If a Dog Is Old?
Common signs a dog is getting old include a greying muzzle and face, cloudy or bluish eyes, worn or stained teeth, thicker rougher paw pads, loss of muscle (especially over the…
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Can Dogs Get Pink Eye?
Yes, dogs commonly get pink eye, which vets call conjunctivitis. It shows up as red, inflamed eyes with watery or yellow-green discharge, squinting and swollen lids. Causes range…
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Can My Dog Drink Coffee?
No - dogs should not have coffee. Caffeine is toxic to dogs, and they are far more sensitive to it than people. A stray lick of brewed coffee usually is not enough to poison a…
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What Can I Give My Dog for Pain?
The only safe answer is medication prescribed by your vet. Never give human painkillers like ibuprofen, naproxen, aspirin or Tylenol - they can cause ulcers, kidney or liver…
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Can Dogs Take Insulin?
Yes - insulin is the main, life-saving treatment for dogs with diabetes, given as a small injection under the skin, usually twice a day. It must be prescribed and dosed by a vet…
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Can Dogs Drink Alcohol?
No - dogs should never have alcohol in any form. Ethanol is toxic to dogs and even a small amount can cause vomiting, loss of coordination, dangerously low body temperature…
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How Many Teeth Do Dogs Have?
Adult dogs have 42 permanent teeth - 20 on top and 22 on the bottom - regardless of breed or size. Puppies have 28 baby (deciduous) teeth, which come in from about 3 to 4 weeks…
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Is Ursodiol Safe for Dogs?
Yes - ursodiol is considered safe and is widely used in dogs when prescribed by a vet for liver and gallbladder problems. It helps bile flow more easily and protects liver cells…
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Can You Give Dogs Ibuprofen?
No - never give your dog ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin or any generic). It is toxic to dogs and there is no safe home dose; even a partial tablet can damage the stomach lining and…
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