Hermaphrodite OR Hypospadias in male dogs
What is wrong with my male Boston? *Graphic pictures* - Educational Cyrus is the seventh Boston to come into MABTR's rehoming program...
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Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
- Jan 30
- 2 min
Low Thyroid Common for Bostons
Low thyroid is very common in bostons and many times is overlooked by both the owner and the vet. The most common signs of low thyroid in...
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Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
- Jan 21
- 2 min
Dog Paws - red, stained, licking
Why does my dog excessively lick his paws? Something so common you've probably witnessed your dog doing it every day, and ignored it,...
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Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
- Jan 20
- 2 min
What I need to know about Cushings disease in dogs
What is Cushings Cushings is caused by a pituitary tumor (non-cancerous) that triggers excessive levels of cortisol. A normal amount of...
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Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
- Jan 20
- 4 min
Is my dog overweight or underweight
It starts with the owner identifying if their dog has gained or loss weight over time. Keeping track of your dog's weight is important. ...
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Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
- Jan 20
- 2 min
What causes my dog to snort and snore
Multiple reasons exist however the most common is the narrow and short muzzle. The construction of their nasal passages also largely...
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Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
- Jan 20
- 3 min
What I need to know about dogs who have seizures
Watching your pet have a seizure is a terrifying thing to witness. One minute your dog seems perfectly normal, then next he’s on his...
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Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
- Jan 20
- 2 min
What I need to know about dogs with luxating patellas
When a dog is diagnosed to have a luxating patella, we automatically assume surgery is needed. Note that only 50% of luxating patellas...
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Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
- Jan 20
- 3 min
Bad Breath! from the teeth, stomach or poop eating?
First, make sure that the teeth are looked at by a vet as there could be tarter build up, a rotten tooth, exposed roots that would...
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Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
- Jan 19
- 2 min
My dog vomits daily especially after meals. Is it an Elongated Palate or Megaesophagus
A couple of things to consider when it comes to the Boston breed Elongated Palate - is the collapse of the flap of mucousal tissue which...
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Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
- Jan 19
- 2 min
How can I get my dog to stop passing gas or farting
What can I do to reduce my dog from farting It is NOT normal for your dog to be passing gas on a regular basis even though it is consider...
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Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
- Jan 19
- 2 min
Treating Glaucoma in my dog's eye
I want to start by stressing that if you have any concerns about your dog’s eyes based on look, reaction and/or signs of discomfort you...
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Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
- Jan 19
- 3 min
Chronic Ear Infections and Hematomas in dogs
Ear infections are extremely painful for any dog. Unfortunately so many go unnoticed. Just like children with ear infections there is no...
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Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
- Jan 19
- 1 min
My dog always has loose stools. Am I dealing with Irritable Bowel Syndrome’ (IBS) or Colitis
Bostons are a breed that are known for ‘Irritable Bowel Syndrome’ (IBS) and colitis. It is not always known what causes the condition,...
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Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
- Jan 19
- 3 min
My dog has a tumor - How to plan if cancer or benign
Tumors in dogs are very common especially in Bostons. They are either benign tumors (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancer). Mast cells...
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Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
- Jan 19
- 2 min
How to know if Anal Glands are causing discomfort for my dog
Dogs have anal glands that are located inside the anus. You cannot see them. Anal glands are also referred to as the stink glands. Every...
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Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
- Jan 19
- 4 min
Options for Treating a Dog with Allergies
Allergies are quite common in dogs of all breeds and backgrounds and need to be addressed. Ignoring such condition is discomforting and...
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Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
- Mar 25, 2021
- 1 min
What to Do When Your Boston Has Dry Skin
MABTR has found flax seed oil or coconut oil replenish the oils the coat/skin are missing for a nice shiny, soft coat and no more...
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Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
- Mar 25, 2021
- 1 min
What to Do About Your Boston's Dry Eye
Dry eye comes about two ways. If he does not have dry eye now he more likely never will. Incidents resulting in dry eye: 1. Cherry eye...
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Jennifer Misfeldt, MABTR
- Dec 17, 2020
- 3 min
Dog Urination Issues: Get wise about the wiz
You're dog isn't the only one! MABTR gets many calls from owners about the challenges of potty training, the dog dribbles when nervous...
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