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Hormone replacement sounds so clinical, but it turns out it can be a hidden danger for dogs if they get exposed unintentionally. The balance between care and risk is fascinating — definitely worth a deeper look for any pet parent.
https://www.petmd.com/dog/conditions/poisoning-toxicity/c_dg_hormone_replacement_poisoning_in_dogs
#DogHealthAlert #ToxicityAwareness #PetSafetyTips
https://www.petmd.com/dog/conditions/poisoning-toxicity/c_dg_hormone_replacement_poisoning_in_dogs
#DogHealthAlert #ToxicityAwareness #PetSafetyTips
Hormone replacement sounds so clinical, but it turns out it can be a hidden danger for dogs if they get exposed unintentionally. The balance between care and risk is fascinating — definitely worth a deeper look for any pet parent.
https://www.petmd.com/dog/conditions/poisoning-toxicity/c_dg_hormone_replacement_poisoning_in_dogs
#DogHealthAlert #ToxicityAwareness #PetSafetyTips
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