Dog Health

Congestive heart failure is more common in large breed dogs, but smaller breeds can get it too. It is important to understand the symptoms of congestive heart failure, as well as the side effects...

Dogs are susceptible to many of the same cancers that humans get, and they usually strike middle-aged and older dogs. Because of this, cancer and chemotherapy drugs are often tested and used on...

Addison's Disease, also called hypoadrenalcorticism, is a condition that occurs in dogs who do not produce enough cortisol in their bodies. Cortisol is a glucocorticoid hormone that aids in...

Before worrying about exactly how you will give your dog his medicine, be sure to read the labels on the bottle and refer to any instructions given by the veterinarian. Specifically, you must note...

A diagnosis of cancer in a beloved family pooch is never easy to hear. However, treatment of cancer in dogs has advanced significantly in the last 20 years as dogs are now benefiting from human...

If your dog's cortisol levels are too low, he has a condition called Addison's Disease. This disease occurs when there is a decrease in the amount of corticosteriod being secreted from the adrenal...

In veterinary medicine there is rarely a reason or way to effectively splint a dog's shoulder. Instead, a method of wrapping the shoulder, so it is constantly in a flexed position is used. This...

If your puppy is infected with ringworm, there are several things you can do to help him get well. Keep in mind that ringworm isn't actually caused by a worm, but rather by a fungus of a variety...

Pomeranians are sweet dogs that are full of personality and are eager to please. Unfortunately, it's not always easy to tell if your Pomeranian was successfully bred and is ultimately pregnant....

Foxtails, also called grass awns, are pointed stickers produced by grasses in the western United States that have gone to seed. They are dangerous to dogs because their arrow shape allows deep...

If you own a dog, emergencies can happen; especially since dogs love running and romping about. Just like people, dogs can twist or break their leg during play, or, as a result of an accident....

If you think your dog is more uncomfortable or anxious than usual, it may be prudent to check if your dog has allergies. Allergies in dogs can have different manifestations, and tend to vary from...

Cardiac chest compressions are something the guardian of every puppy needs to know and hopes never to need. It's especially important to know the technique for giving cardiac chest compressions to...

It is always more difficult to splint a dog's broken leg than a humans', solely because communicating to an injured dog is not possible. Many dogs will react violently when in pain, so take...

Dogs in the wild show fewer symptoms of gum disease because they chew on bones and bark that scrape the surface of the tooth and keep plaque from building up. Unfortunately, domesticated dogs are...

Anyone who has ever spent a long night with a dog made restless and miserable by incessant itching longs to do something--anything--to help her canine friend. Unfortunately, treating incessant...

Mast cell tumors (MCT) account for about one-fifth of all canine skin cancers. They are highly variable in appearance, and can be difficult for a veterinarian to diagnose. The veterinarian will...

There is no cure for kidney failure (also called renal failure) in dogs. Damaged and diseased kidneys cannot regenerate. The symptoms of kidney failure can be managed; the goal is keeping your dog...

Dog allergies can be frustrating to treat, and there is no cure except for removing the allergen. This is not difficult if your dog has an allergy to fleas or a food ingredient; you can control...

Bloodhounds are extremely smart and inquisitive dogs who love to get into trouble. While bloodhounds love to please their owners, they are also very stubborn and like to have their own way....

Separation anxiety is a serious problem both for the dog and the dog's human guardian. A pet with separation anxiety can injure himself and do thousands of dollars in damage to your property in...

Parvovirus is one of the most highly contagious viral diseases affecting dogs. Seen mainly in puppies and unvaccinated adults, the parvovirus infects the rapidly dividing cells of the body,...

Low cortisol levels in dogs can cause many health problems, including muscle weakness, lethargy, vomiting and loss of appetite. Also called Addison's disease, this condition usually effects young...

Low cortisol levels in a dog is a condition called hypoadrenocorticism, or Addison's aisease. This occurs when the adrenal glands stop producing the proper amount of corticosteroids. Addison's...

If your animal is holding his head to one side, is sensitive around his ears, is excessively scratching his ears or seems unbalanced, chances are he has an inner ear infection. Inner ear...

Cancer is one of the leading causes of death and euthanasia in dogs and cats, according to a September 2008 article in the DVN Newsmagazine. Proper treatment and care may help your dog live many...

When treating skin problems in pets, there are a variety of factors to consider. It is sometimes a difficult problem to cure. Maintaining a regular treatment regimen is important.

While no dog owner relishes the idea of expressing the liquid from their dog’s anal sacs, dachshunds are more prone than some other breeds to anal sac problems. If you’ve noticed your dog dragging...

You will learn to diagnose your doggie's constipation problems and treat them.

Congestive heart failure is common in older dogs, but younger dogs can develop the disease if they have a history of it in their family. Congestive heart failure in dogs is similar to the people...

If you wish to improve the cortisol levels in your dog, there are several ways in which to do so. First, you must determine if the levels are too high to too low. If your dog has too much cortisol...

Treating your pet at home is less stressful on the animals than having to haul them to the vet everytime they need an intramuscular injection. Learning how to give an IM shot yourself will save...

Cleaning your pet's ears can done basically in the inner ear flap area, not the true inner ear, which can easily be damaged or infected. Basic cleansing of your pet's ears is necessary for pet...

Follicle mites live in the hair follicles and sebaceous glands of animals. They can cause different types of conditions, with demodectic and sarcoptic mange as the most common in dogs. Each skin...

Unfortunately, kidney stones affect dogs just like they do people. They form too much mineral salts in the urine and unfortunately; they are just as painful in dogs as they are people when...

Since our pets cannot talk, trying to identify when they are suffering in pain is difficult. Lear how to identify and treat joint problems in your pet

Ringworm is a fungal infection that can be spread between animals or between animals and humans. Ringworm will cause your dog’s fur to fall out in round patches. It is also very itchy. If the...

Unfortunately, kidney stones affect dogs just like they do people. They form too much mineral salts in the urine and unfortunately; they are just as painful in dogs as they are people when...

If you have a few dogs at home, simply ensuring your pets are vaccinated according to your veterinarian's recommendations usually controls kennel cough. Control at home also involves not allowing...

Dogs with allergies normally scratch and bite their feet and sometimes can have hair loss. Allergies can be caused by seasonal factors, chemicals, flea bites, and certain foods. Dogs do not...

Diabetes is a serious health concern for pet owners, as it can lead to a shortened lifespan for cats and dogs. Warning signs of the condition include increased appetite and water consumption as...

A maggot infestation, or myiasis, on your dog is mainly caused by the larva of the blowfly. These little insects lay their eggs on necrotic, inflamed, or infected tissue of your pet. During warm...

Your dog is itchy and has a hairless region that's red that you think might be an allergy rash. Or maybe he has a red spot from allergies that you're pretty certain was caused by something...

Doberman pinschers are active and vibrant companions, but they have a tendency toward back problems. It's important that a herniated disc be differentiated from Wobbler's Syndrome, or CVI, which...

Most people do not realize their dog can have high cholesterol levels, but they can and sometimes it is related to other underlying causes such as diabetes, Cushing's disease, and hypothyroidism....

Just like people dogs experience and can have various allergies. However, dogs do not display their allergic symptoms by sneezing or getting the sniffles like people do; instead, they itch and...

Its often extremely hard to determine what is ailing your pet. Many like humans suffer from the pains of joint diseases. Learn what to look for to help determine if your pet has joint pains.

High blood cholesterol in people gets a great deal of attention, but your dog can also develop high cholesterol. Dogs can suffer from hyperlipidemia, or what is commonly called high blood...

Your Australian cattle dog is acting a bit strangely. Perhaps he's bumping into things or his eyes look cloudy. You think he might have an eye problem, but how do you know? Australian cattle dogs...

Demodectic mange, also called puppy, follicular and red mange, is caused by the mites demodex canis and demodex injai. All dogs actually have these mites living on them, and they usually cause no...