Dog Health

Puppies are so much fun and are so, so sweet. They bring us joy, love and laughter. Still, paper training your new puppy can be a pain! For any dog lover out there, you know all puppies are...

Natural remedies for your dog has become popular especially after the dog food fiasco that made the dog's sick and some didn't make it. So natural foods were in demand from pet owner's as well as...

You may have seen on Animal Planet, TV channel, or over heard a veterinarian mentioning a number from one to nine, while examining a dog or cat. This is called the nine point scoring system and is...

Have you ever had to stop a dog's ear from bleeding. Even the slightest nick on a dog s ear can lead to excessive bleeding. Which makes the dog want to shake their head causing more bleeding...

Despite the wise words of Cesar Milan telling us not to spoil our dogs and give them people foods, sometimes we just can't help ourselves. Even the most well intentioned dog owners sometimes leave...

Billions of cells make up a dog's brain. The cerebrum of a dog's brain is the part that controls emotional, behavioral and learning functions. When people teach a dog to sit, this is the area of...

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...

Dogs suffering from a disability or injury may develop bedsores. Also referred to as pressure sores or decubitus ulcers, this condition can have serious consequences if left untreated.

Roundworms and hookworms are intestinal parasites, both of which can cause serious issues in canine health. Although treatment for both roundworms and hookworms is simple and inexpensive,...

Arthritis is defined as pain in the joints and it afflicts many dogs and cats in the senior years of life. There are different types of arthritis, which is caused by inflammation in the joints, in...

Dogs walk and run through all sorts of terrain, so cuts on their feet or paw pads are not uncommon. Dogs' footpads may be hurt out in nature or in urban areas. Cuts and abrasions often lead to...

Dog dementia is a common ailment that affects aging dogs. This condition is characterized by loss of brain function due to advanced aging. Diagnosing dog dementia is not something you can do with...

Yeast are organisms that commonly live on a dog's skin, in his ears, and in the anal glands (see Reference 1). Yeast, in small amounts, can be dealt with easily by the dog's body. However, if...

Although tick control can be tedious, it is necessary to ensure you and your pet's safety. Ticks pass from animals to humans, and with some ticks lifelong diseases, such as Lyme disease, can...

Dogs, like humans, can fall victim to a urinary tract infection. Because of their shorter urethras, female dogs are more likely to contract a UTI than males. The causes of such an infection are...

Heartworm disease is a potentially fatal condition caused by parasitic worms living in the pulmonary arteries and right side of the hearts of dogs and other mammals. Heartworms are a type of...

Canine epilepsy is a seizure disorder in dogs. Epilepsy is a brain disorder in which neurons fire at the wrong time, causes seizures. Dogs with canine epilepsy can have seizures for several...

Injuries, hip dysplasia, canine arthritis; whatever the reason, watching your dog limp can be almost as painful for you as it is for your dog. Veterinary treatments are available to treat and...

Piroxicam is a prescription medication available for your dog from your veterinarian. Despite its effectiveness at treating various types of cancer in dogs, piroxicam poses a risk for adverse...

Mange is a skin disease caused by microscopic mites that live down in the roots of your dog's hair. All dogs have these mites but when they overproduce, mange occurs. While it can be worrisome to...

Metacam is the brand name for a medication that is used for pain relief in dogs. The generic name of the medicine is meloxicam. Metacam is used to manage and treat dogs that are suffering from...

Any blockage in a dog's digestive tract should be considered an emergency. Canine bowel obstruction can potentially kill a dog if it tears holes in the digestive organs and by robbing the dog of...

Nobody wants to see their dog in pain. Dogs are members of the family, and as such, their health and well being is paramount to dog owners. There are many steps you can take to lessen the pain of...

Active and fun loving, puppies make great pets for individuals and families alike. Caring for a puppy involves providing water, food, shelter and safe conditions. Part of making sure that a puppy...

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...

Discomfort, pain, fear, anxiety or stress may all lead to a dog refusing to eat or drink. Developing a strategy for getting your dog to eat again is important, as many dogs can die from...

It is not uncommon for a dog to scratch itself often, but if your dog is scratching too much it means something may be wrong. Dogs can scratch themselves relentlessly because of dry skin,...

Prostatitis occurs when bacteria infect the prostate gland and occurs more often in intact male dogs (those who have not been neutered), though it can also strike dogs that have been neutered.

Dog breeds that feature larger or floppy ears are more likely to develop a yeast infection than dog breeds with upright or erect ears. This is because floppy ears give yeast bacteria the ideal...

Terramycin is a brand name for the prescription drug oxytetracycline, which is available from your veterinarian. Despite its effectiveness at treating eye infections in dogs, Terramycin poses a...

As in human beings, a black tongue in canines can be caused by several factors, some of which pertain to malnutrition. Black tongue disease, or pellagra as it is known in human beings, can result...

Your dog cannot tell you when she is feeling sick, nor can she tell you what will make her feel better. As a dog owner you have to be alert for subtle changes and have an idea of what will make...

Honey is a great healing product for people and animals. Most people don't know it, but it kills many antibiotic-resistant organisms and helps flesh wounds heal much faster than normal antibiotics...

Too many dog owners lavish their beloved pets with all sorts of treats and snacks only to find that their dog has a weight problem. Obesity in animals is similar to excess weight in humans in that...

Ear mites are little parasites that live in a dog or cat's ear canals. They feed off of wax in the ears and can cause severe damage to the animal's ears if not treated. Ear mites are not...

Clomicalm contains the tricyclic antidepressant medication clomipramine hydrocholoride and has a U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved indication for reducing the signs and symptoms of...

Defensor 3 is a veterinary product used as a rabies vaccine that lasts for three years. It is used to prevent rabies in dogs, cats, cattle and sheep.

Homeopathic and holistic remedies for ear infections are becoming quite popular in the animal world. Not only are they safe and all-natural, but they are more cost-effective and often times work...

Antirobe is a brand name of the prescription medication clindamycin, available from your veterinarian for your dog or cat. Despite effectiveness at treating pneumonia and infections of the mouth,...

People love their dogs and part of that love is not only providing for them with good food and a loving home, but watching out for symptoms which could be indicative of a problem. Catching health...

Just because your dog has fur doesn’t mean he is safe from the cold, snow and sleet. Dogs are susceptible to frostbite and hypothermia just like people. Dogs should not be left outside in...

Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that causes seizures in dogs. Some dogs outgrow seizures once they mature past the puppy stage, but other dogs need lifelong treatment. Some owners find good...

If your dog has tested positive for Lyme disease and is exhibiting symptoms of the disease--sore, painful joints, low-grade fever and lameness--of course, you're going to treat your pet. The...

Would you know what to do if your dog was stung by a wasp? Although the vast majority of stings result in only temporary pain and swelling, just like humans some pets are allergic to insect venom...

Fleas can be frustrating for pet owners and irritating for dogs and cats. Frontline makes both spray medication and liquid flea medication for dogs and cats. Using both types of Frontline makes...

The Chow is known for being even tempered and to do well with children. As much as Chows are a joy to own, however, they also have health issues that can be inherited from one generation to the...

Rabies is a virus that is deadly for all animals once it develops past the initial stages.

If your dog has seizures, it can be scary for both you and your pet. These seizures are often treatable. Call your veterinarian if you think your dog has been having seizures.

Knowing the signs that your dog has reached the final stage of cancer can help you make it as comfortable and pleasant as possible before that inevitable moment arrives.

Arthritis is an inflammation of the joints that occurs frequently in older, large dogs. Osteoarthritis is also known as degenerative joint disease, with symptoms such as limping, slow movement and...