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[Duncan Houston @woopffordogs]

"The vet?? Nahhh, I'm good." 😭🐾

This is every dog's reaction to hearing "the V word," and it's painfully accurate.

Tag someone whose dog does this exact face 👇

🎥 credit: mooseandma

#goldenretriever #dogcomedy #vetvisit #Shorts

[Duncan Houston @woopffordogs]

Fluid in the chest that looks like strawberry milk (chylous effusion) usually points to heart disease or lymphoma. A real case, and how it's being managed with medication. 🐾

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[Duncan Houston @woopffordogs]

Deep-chested dogs are at risk for GDV (bloat) — the stomach twists on itself. Signs: bloated belly, vomiting/retching, regurgitation, sudden dullness. This progresses FAST. Don't wait until morning. ⚠️

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[Duncan Houston @woopffordogs]

The exact moment she realizes where she is 😭🐾

Wasn't exactly thrilled about her spay appointment, but she's recovering so well.

🎥 credit: @polkadotjen

#dog #rescuedog #funnydog #spaydogs

[Duncan Houston @woopffordogs]

Summer = ear infection season. Thick brown wax is the early sign. Saline alone isn't enough — you need a drying agent to actually clear moisture from the canal. Floppy ears = higher risk. ⚠️

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[Duncan Houston @woopffordogs]

Why pets gain weight after desexing: hormones affect metabolism, not just reproduction. Desexed pets need FEWER calories than intact ones. Same feeding amount = weight gain. Adjust portions accordingly. 🐾

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[Duncan Houston @woopffordogs]

"Maybe if I freeze, they'll forget I'm here." 🤣

We've all had a dog try this exact strategy.

🎥 credit: @tailbitpets

#funnydogs #funnypets #dogcomedy #dogmom #funnyanimals

[Duncan Houston @woopffordogs]

Pyometra: infection fills the uterus with pus.

Open type = visible discharge (a warning sign).
Closed type = no discharge, just lethargy + bloated belly - more dangerous because it's easy to miss. 🚨

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[Duncan Houston @woopffordogs]

"The vet?? Nahhh, I'm good." 😭 Every dog owner knows this exact face.

🎥 credit: mooseandma on TT

#goldenretriever #dogcomedy

[Duncan Houston @woopffordogs]

Back pain risk in dogs isn't just about long spines. Working breeds like Kelpies & Border Collies get it too - from jumping, twisting, hard landings. Fun doesn't always mean safe. 🐾

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[Duncan Houston @woopffordogs]

Hormones drive more pet behavior than owners realize. Intact males roam and mark territory more. Intact females roam too while cycling. Worth understanding before you decide on desexing.

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[Duncan Houston @woopffordogs]

Urinary health tip: keep water available always, soak dry food for extra hydration, and for cats — always have one more litter tray than you have cats. Simple habits, big difference. 🐾

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[Duncan Houston @woopffordogs]

Pets hide pain until it's unbearable. Signs of back pain: stiff spine, reluctant gait, not wanting to move, grumpiness.

If you see this, see a vet. Don't wait it out. 🐱

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[Duncan Houston @woopffordogs]

There's no single right age to desex a pet — and that's the part most owners never hear. The correct timing depends heavily on breed and expected adult size, and getting it wrong can have real consequences down the line.

[Duncan Houston @woopffordogs]

Brown staining on your dog's paws isn't dirt — it's saliva from constant licking.

All 4 paws? Likely an allergy (grass is a common trigger). Get it checked. 🐾

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[Duncan Houston @woopffordogs]

Abnormal breathing is one of the most missed emergency signs in pets. 🚨

Panting isn't always what it looks like. When it's happening outside of heat or exercise, it can signal pain, fluid around or inside the lungs, fluid around the heart, or aspirated vomit.

[Duncan Houston @woopffordogs]

Ever wondered what actually happens when your vet diagnoses a urinary problem? 🔬

It's not just one test — it's a process. Here's how we piece it together