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Calculating Your Dog’s Age

  • by Amy Young and Dr. Danika Bannasch
Calculating your dog's age in human years can help you and your veterinarian provide the best care as they age.
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Canine Appendicular Osteosarcoma

  • by Amy Young and Dr. Michael Kent
Osteosarcoma is the most common bone tumor in dogs, often appearing around the shoulder, wrist and knee. UC Davis oncologists are researching treatments.
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Canine Distemper

  • by Amy Young and Dr. Cindy Karsten
Canine distemper is a highly contagious and sometimes fatal viral infection that can affect dogs and wildlife.
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Canine Influenza (Flu)

  • by Erin Min, Amy Young, and Dr. Jane Sykes
Canine influenza virus is highly contagious and is spread among dogs in close contact with one another.
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Canine Pseudopregnancy

  • by John Gardiner
Canine Pseudopregnancy, or pseudocyesis, is a normal process in female dogs. False/pseudo pregnancy is not associated with reproductive organ disorders.
Angry dog

Canine Threshold Thermometer

  • by John Gardiner
Dogs can have different behavior levels, from relaxed to aggressive. This UC Davis guide will help you understand your dog's level.
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Catifying Your Home Lecture (Video)

  • by Rob Warren
This lecture discussed how to enrich your feline's life. Learn how to help you and your cat live the best lives possible in your shared home.
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Chocolate Poisoning in Dogs

  • by Amy Young and Dr. Karl Jandrey
Chocolate contains compounds that can make pets sick. The darker the chocolate, the higher the health risks.
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Choosing A Boarding Facility For Your Cat

  • by Amy Young
Boarding can be stressful for you and your pet. This handout will help you address some of the common questions and concerns about choosing a boarding facility.
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Choosing A Boarding Facility For Your Dog

  • by Claire Youngerman
Boarding can be stressful for you and your pet. This guide will help address some common questions and concerns that arise when choosing a boarding facility.
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Chylothorax

  • by Amy Young, Dr. Nina Samuel, and Dr. Philipp Mayhew
Chylothorax is a rare, potentially life-threatening buildup of fluid (chyle) in the chest.
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