Has your dog hurt his back and you are wondering if dogs can have a herniated disc? If so, you are in the right place as we are discussing the signs and symptoms of a herniated disc in dogs. The discs in your dog’s back serve as shock absorbers for his spine. So when one …
Dog owners can feel stressed out when their pet is sick. Usually, a sick puppy or dog will get over the sickness in a few days. However, here are five tell-tale signs that your dog needs immediate help at an animal hospital. Vomiting or Diarrhea for More Than 24 Hours Vomit and diarrhea that occurs …
Bloat in dogs, also called Canine Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus. It is a life-threatening condition second only to cancer as a killer of dogs. Bloat causes the stomach to swell with undigested food or gas. Then, for reasons that are not fully understood, it rotates (twisted stomach) cutting off its own blood supply. This makes it impossible …
Sleep incontinence in dogs is often triggered by hormonal imbalances and the muscular weakness that results. Medication therapy, in conjunction with diapering and regular washings, can help pet owners manage this ailment while preventing infections and discomfort. Causes of Sleep Incontinence Varying degrees of incontinence, or involuntary urination, is not uncommon in older animals, but …
Many dogs, in particular large and giant breed dogs, have the tendency to develop hip problems. These problems are often recognized during the critical stages of a puppy’s growth. However, hip problems may technically develop during any life stage, demonstrating a preference for obese dogs and senior dogs. It is generally easy to recognize hip …
Ear infections in dogs are relatively common and rank among the top causes of dog ear odor. However, there are different types of infections that warrant different treatments. Otitis externa is an infection of the outer ear, and otitis media is an infection of the middle ear. Inner-ear infections are also possible, though they are …
When you live on a farm, much of your day is centered around taking care of various animals, some of which may include pigs, sheep, cattle, goats, chickens, and even some dogs and cats. Even if you do your best, it is inevitable that some of your farm’s animals will at some point get sick …
When you have a furry feline as a member of your family, you know it is not at all uncommon to see them sitting around bathing and licking themselves from time to time. However, when you go to pet your kitty, you may notice they have a rash. While it may be no big deal …