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Brimming with charm, an infectious zest for life, and energy most people can only sit back and envy, the Lakeland Terrier makes a great family pet, keeping everybody entertained with his curiosity and the many adventures he manufactures for himself.
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Gentle, calm and friendly, these good-natured watchers make excellent family dogs. They are affectionate and incredibly patient with children, love to be included in family activities, and will wait patiently if you stop to talk on an outing. They are calm indoors and their affectionate personality makes them excellent therapy dogs.
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This cheerful dog has become a hit with folks who want a merry companion to accompany them on short and long jaunts. With their unique appearance and chipper personality, they always draw attention.
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Lysosomal storage diseases are a rare collection of inherited conditions. Many are more prevalent in certain breeds and are seen in the first few months of life. Clinical signs vary, but commonly include failure to thrive, incoordination, vision loss, and seizure. Prognosis is usually poor for long-term survival.
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Sleek and handsome in black-and-tan with his whip-like tail and his prick ears, the Manchester Terrier is one of the original terriers, and carries himself with all the majesty and confidence befitting an aristocrat. Even so, the Manchester is not above a good hard chase after a critter, and most will curl warmly into the laps of their favorite people so you can admire them up close, of course.
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Mastiffs are mellow and many are happy just watching family ballgames from the sidelines, cheering their kids on with a wag or a woof. Some, however, might happily join in to steal the ball or play a short game.
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Mastitis is inflammation of a mammary gland (breast). In most cases, mastitis is caused by a bacterial infection. Less commonly, mastitis may occur due to the mammary gland, or prolonged periods of milk accumulation without milk removal, leading to inflammation in the gland. This handout discusses causes, signs, diagnosis, and treatment of this condition.
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Mastitis is inflammation of a mammary gland (breast). In most cases, mastitis is caused by a bacterial infection. Less commonly, mastitis may occur due to the mammary gland, or prolonged periods of milk accumulation without milk removal, leading to inflammation in the gland. This handout discusses causes, signs, diagnosis, and treatment of this condition.
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Just as courageous, fiery, hard-headed and hilarious as his larger brother, the Miniature Bull Terrier combines all the pow of the Bull Terrier in a more compact and portable package. Even so, this is no lap dog. He would rather sit beside you or better yet, forge ahead towards the next great adventure. Of course, he wants you to come along, too.
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Miscarriage (spontaneous abortion) refers to the death of a fetus during pregnancy. It can occur at any time during pregnancy, though the signs vary depending on the stage at which it occurs. This handout discusses signs, diagnosis, and treatment.