Dog Health Videos

After a dog has undergone surgery, proper care should include monitoring vital signs, administering pain medication, keeping the dog warm and quiet, and offering very small amounts of food and...

Mange in dogs is cured in a couple of different ways depending on the type, as Sarcoptic and Cheyletiella mange is treated with lime sulfur while Demodectic mange is treated by prescription...

There are many ways to treat worms in dogs, as there are several different types of worms, but a prescription from the veterinarian is often required. Prevent worms from infecting a pet dog with...

Nausea is common in dogs with kidney failure, and there are many dog-friendly anti-nausea medications that can help make a dog more comfortable. Feed a dog smaller meals and less water when...

Collecting a urine sample from a dog is often necessary to diagnose a variety of illnesses, and using a small pan is the best method to catch the urine. Collect a fresh urine sample for veterinary...

Treatments for arthritis in dogs can include exercise, swimming and massage in addition to veterinarian-prescribed medications and supplements. Improve the quality of life for an arthritic dog...

Diabetic neuropathy in dogs is often treated with insulin injections, dietary supplementation or a combination of the two. Find the right mix of treatments for canine diabetic neuropathy with...

Epilepsy is only diagnosed in dogs when all other causes of seizures are ruled out. Find out what may cause repeated seizures in dogs with health information from a practicing veterinarian in this...

The two biggest concerns when caring for newborn puppies are hypothermia and trouble breathing, so keeping the dogs warm and massaging the chest to get the lungs working are crucial. Keep new...

Bladder problems common to dogs include bladder infections, kidney infections and kidney stones, all of which are more prevalent in male dogs who are not neutered. Address bladder issues in a dog...

Treat a dog's urinary infection at home by cleaning the external genitalia completely and administering 250 milligrams of vitamin C three times a day. Help flush out a dog's urinary infection with...

Symptoms of diabetes in dogs include obesity, urinating indiscriminately, drinking lots of water and becoming weak with weight loss. Get a urine or blood test to confirm canine diabetes with...

When caring for newborn puppies, make sure they are nursing off the mother, are urinating and defecating regularly, are crying a little and are kept very warm. Monitor normal behavior in newborn...

If a dog is epileptic, he has to be medicated every day, and sometimes even multiple times a day. Learn about different ways that a dog's seizures may be fixed through medication with help from a...

Dogs that are fearful can often bite, so when dogs are being trained it's important to let them know that there is nothing to be afraid of. Learn how to teach a dog a number of commands with help...

Dogs are prone to injuries, and treating a leg injury in a dog is much like treating a leg injury in a person. Find out how to stabilize a broken bone in a dog's leg with help from a veterinarian...

When trying to determine if a dog is healthy, it's important to look for simple signs, such as whether or not the dog is eating or drinking okay. Find out how a dog's gum color can indicate...

Kennel cough can be treated with a vaccination, and it's important to get dogs vaccinated if they are going to be in contact with other dogs. Discover how kennel cough can lead to pneumonia with...

In order to build muscle and athleticism in dogs, the dog needs to be built up in the same way as a human. Discover why a pet owner should avoid taking young dogs on long runs with help from a...

In order for a dog to emotionally develop in a proper fashion, it's important for the owner to create an environment that is conducive to development. Find out how to keep dogs from forming bad...

Symptoms of anxiety in dogs include shaking, panting and other typical signs of nervousness. Learn about dog behavior and common misconceptions of anxiety with help from a veterinarian in this...

Dogs can get both benign and malignant cancers, but it's important to have dogs thoroughly examined by veterinarians in order to keep the dog as healthy as possible. Find out how getting a dog...

The prevention of obesity in dogs starts with gaining better control of what an animal eats and how much it exercises. Learn about what constitutes a healthy weight for a dog with help from a...

Pads on the feet of dogs have calluses that are designed to protect the feet, but their feet can get injuries, blisters and tears just like in humans. Learn about cleaning and treating dog pads...

A first-aid kit for pets should have brown gauze, bandages, a pair of scissors and a pair of tweezers. Find out how to organize medical supplies to prepare for pet injuries with help from a...

Constipation in dogs is often misdiagnosed by pet owners, so it is important to get involved with a veterinarian if a dog is having symptoms of constipation. Find out how to treat a dog's...

After a dog has been spayed, it's important to keep the dog indoors and to keep it from running, as motion can impede the healing process. Learn about different sorts of sutures that veterinarians...

Most veterinarians don't recommend worming dogs that are pregnant because it can hurt the puppies inside of them, but some products are okay for pregnant dogs. Discover why it's important to worm...

In order to tell if a dog is pregnant, look for the stomach to get distended and the breasts to become more full. Find out how pregnant dogs nest and swell with help from a veterinarian in this...

A dog's pregnancy lasts about 58 to 65 days, and a pregnant dog should be cared for with increased food intake, washing of the breast area and access to plenty of water. Learn about keeping a...

If a dog has a bladder infection, he may be urinating frequently, he may have spotting, and he may be drinking a great deal of water. Find out how a bladder infection can result in stones in a dog...

Dog paws can be affected by foreign materials, trauma, chronic wetness or allergies. Find out how to treat a dog's paws if they've been cut or lacerated with help from a veterinarian in this free...

Urinary infections in dogs are usually caused by bacteria that migrates up through the urethra, but they can also be caused by internal problems, such as Cushing's disease. Discover how frequent...

A lactating dog needs an increased production of milk, as well as additional nutrients, so a good way to obtain this is through puppy food. Find out why it's important to offer more water to a dog...

Heartworm prevention in dogs typically begins with a heartworm test that involves a blood sample. Learn about preventative heartworm medication for dogs, such as Sentinel, with help from a...

When older dogs have joint pain, there are a number of products that can be used for treatment, such as duralactin. Find out how nutraceuticals are used to treat joint pain with help from a...

If a dog has diarrhea, a veterinarian will typically look at a fecal sample to see if there is a parasite or an abnormal overgrowth of bacteria. Learn about antibiotics used to treat diarrhea in...

In order to cure dry, flaky skin in dogs, it's important to see if the dog's diet can be improved and to find out if the dog has allergies. Find out how specialty shampoos can be used to treat dry...

If a dog has diabetes, common symptoms include a dog that is drinking a lot of water and urinating a lot. Find out how to get a dog tested for diabetes with help from a veterinarian in this free...

Frontline flea medication for dogs should be administered directly to the skin, as this will cause every flea that jumps on the dog to die instantly. Discover why flea medication should not be...

In order to check a dog's pulse, it's important to first understand that small dogs will have faster pulses than larger dogs. Learn how to check a dog's pulse inside its thigh where itsleg meets...

If a dog has a kidney infection, there may be blood in its urine, she may be drinking more water than usual, and she may be urinating more than usual. Find out how a kidney infection can make a...

Symptoms of kennel cough in dogs include coughing three to five days after their stay, white foam coming out of the mouth, a low-grade fever and an unproductive cough. Discover how dogs with...

A homemade flea spray consists of a eucalyptus infusion combined with eucalyptus, rosemary and citronella oils. Concoct an herbal spray that repels fleas from pets with information from an...

Frontline for dogs is applied directly to the skin between the shoulder blades, as it works with the natural oils of the skin. Avoid bathing a dog a few days before and after a Frontline...

Killing bed bugs on pets is best done by killing them in their environment, which could be a mattress, carpeting or bedding. Use steam or exterminating products to kill bed bugs in the home with...

Motion sickness is common in dogs, and desensitization is the best way to ease the animal's discomfort. Take many short trips in the car to get a dog used to the ride with helpful information from...

Skin cancer can be prevented in pets similarly to humans, as sunscreen can be applied to pink noses, the tips of ears and any other exposed skin. Limit the sun exposure for white-furred animals...

A dog's paws can require a bit of extra care, such as keeping the toenails cut short, making sure the paws dry out after getting wet, checking in between each digit and trimming excessive hair...

There are several plants that can make a dog sick, some of which include hemlock, caster bean and azaleas, and being familiar with these toxic plants is important for a healthy pet. Avoid keeping...