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This guide is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not veterinary advice, and it is not a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or care from a licensed veterinarian who has examined your dog.

Reading this guide, or acting on anything in it, does not create a veterinarian-client-patient relationship between you and the publisher, the authors, or any contributor.

Always seek the advice of your veterinarian, or another qualified animal health professional, with any questions you may have about your dog's health, behavior, diet, or medication. Never disregard professional veterinary advice, or delay seeking it, because of something you have read in this guide.

If you believe your dog is experiencing a medical emergency, contact your veterinarian or the nearest emergency veterinary clinic immediately. Do not wait, and do not attempt to treat an emergency using this guide alone.

Every dog is an individual. The information here describes what is typical for the breed; your dog's health, temperament, growth, and needs may differ, and results from any routine, schedule, or approach described in this guide will vary from dog to dog.

While we work to keep the information in this guide accurate and current, veterinary knowledge changes, and this guide may not reflect the most recent research or guidelines at the time you read it. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the publisher and authors accept no liability for any loss, injury, or damage to any person or animal arising from the use of, or reliance on, the information in this guide.

Sources and verification: All health claims in this guide are verified against the cited sources, which are collected in Appendix A.