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Apr 2023

Just like in humans, dogs can become obese if they consume more calories than what they burn through their daily exercise and activities. With obesity being an accumulation of excess body fat, this condition puts significant strain on a dog’s body, potentially leading to a variety of health problems. With an estimated 50 million dogs being overweight or obese, it’s important to understand all aspects of obesity in dogs. In this article we’ll be looking at the main causes and symptoms of obesity in dogs, and the steps you should take to......
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07
Apr 2023

Maintaining good joint health in your dog is crucial for ensuring their long-term health and happiness. Joints are the connections between bones that allow for movement and flexibility, playing a critical role in allowing dogs to perform basic activities such as walking, running and jumping. Poor joint health can lead to pain, stiffness and reduced mobility, which can severely limit a dog’s ability to enjoy daily activities. Additionally, joint issues in dogs can cause weight gain, muscle atrophy and other secondary health problems that may impact their lifespan. Outside of regular......
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31
Mar 2023

What is Pancreatitis? A glandular organ located near the stomach and small intestine, the pancreas is responsible for releasing key enzymes that aid in digestion. Pancreatitis is a common medical condition that affects dogs of all ages and breeds, wherein the pancreas becomes inflamed and starts to produce digestive enzymes that attack its own tissues, damaging not only the pancreas, but surrounding tissues and organs as well. In this blog post, we’ll explore the causes, symptoms and treatment options for pancreatitis in dogs, and how Evanger’s Dog Food can help. The......
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29
Mar 2023

Cats groom themselves by licking their fur, which causes them to ingest loose hair. While most ingested hair passes through the digestive system and exits the body as feces, some hair may accumulate in the stomach and form a ball or mass. When the mass of hair becomes too large to pass through the digestive system, the cat’s body tries to expel it by coughing or vomiting. This results in the cat expelling a cylindrical or oblong-shaped ball of hair, commonly known as a hairball. While hairballs are a normal part of......
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28
Mar 2023

What is Diabetes? Just like in humans, dogs are at risk of developing diabetes. Diabetes in dogs, also known as canine diabetes mellitus, is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar levels. It occurs when the body is either unable to produce enough insulin (Type 1) or effectively use the insulin it does produce (Type 2). Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that helps regulate blood sugar levels by allowing glucose to enter the cells to be used for energy. When there is not enough insulin or the......
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