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Ask the Vet: Cat Urination | 02.27.10

Dear DocSide Vet – My cat has started peeing outside the pan, what should I do? - Cecilia – Federal Hill

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Choose Your Obedience Training | 02.27.10

The three most common types of obedience training are 1) Treat Training, 2) Balanced Training and 3) Electronic Collar Training.

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Ask the Vet: Diabetes | 01.05.10

Dear DocSide Vet,
My cat is overweight and I have heard that this can cause diabetes, is this true? -Jack, Mount Vernon

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Training: Foundation for a Well-Mannered Dog | 01.05.10

Dogs are training constantly over the course of their lives and continue until their minds are physically incapable of learning more.

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Kitten for Adoption: Glynis | 11.02.09

Glynis (8178444) is a beautiful black and white domestic shorthair kitten who was found at Pimlico with eight other kittens, She is cute as a button and is available for adoption at The Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS).

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Pit Bull Mix for Adoption: Chino | 11.02.09

Chino is a three year old pit bull mix who was given up because his owner no longer had room for him. He has lived with children and another dog. This friendly guy loves to sit for treats and is very affectionate. He will gently lick your face if you let him. He is good on a leash and is an overall sweetheart!

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Handling Your Pooch During Holidays | 10.28.09

The holidays tend to be a hectic time for everyone. Your dog can feed off your excitement, activity and stress level causing unwanted behavior. A very common behavior is exuberance when company arrives, e.g. barking, rushing the door, jumping and play biting.

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Ask The Vet: Weary Traveler | 10.28.09

Dear Doc,

I’m traveling to Ohio with my cat for the holidays. It is a six hour trip and she has never been in a car for longer than a quick visit to the vet and she cries the whole way. Is there anything I can do to make the trip easier for her?

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Ask The Vet | 09.04.09

Dear DocSide Vet,

I am the owner of an English bulldog, Churchill. I know this is a breed that is prone to heat stroke. What are the signs of heat stroke and what should I do if Churchill gets overheated?

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Natural Dog Food and Treats | 09.04.09

Daily exposure to preservatives and environmental toxins, including necessary pesticides like flea/tick prevention and some vaccinations, may take a greater toll on their bodies.

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For the Love of Animals | 07.03.09

It is no surprise that Baltimore ranks as one of the most violent cities in the nation. Animal cruelty is a statistically strong predictor of future violence against people.

Even if you’re not a dog lover, you still need to care about animal cruelty.

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Aspirin for Pets? | 06.30.09

Dear DocSide Vet,
My dog Tyler is getting older and I noticed he is hesitant to go up and down stairs. Can he have aspirin?

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K9 Prep School | 06.30.09

K9 Prep was designed to help owners better interpret their four-legged friends’ behavior to ensure a health and safe companionship.

Featured, Pets

Art Launch: Dogs That I Know, Part 3 | 04.24.09

Local artist Robert McClintock is celebrating the launch of “Dogs That I Know, Part 3”, the latest additions to his iconic series on Charm City canines…

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Minimally Invasive Pet Surgeries | 04.23.09

I hear about minimally invasive surgery for people on the radio all the time. Are minimally invasive surgeries available for my pet?