Dog Health
Heat Stroke in Dogs
As the weather gets nice, and we and our dogs are outside and more active in the spring and summer seasons, there is an important risk we need to watc...
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As the weather gets nice, and we and our dogs are outside and more active in the spring and summer seasons, there is an important risk we need to watc...
Pale gums, tiredness, and increased breathing rate. What do these things all have in common? They are all signs of anemia in cats, which occurs when f...
Kennel cough is the most common infectious disease of the respiratory system in dogs. It can range from a mild cough lasting a few days to severe pneu...
*Please note: This article is about common coronaviruses in cats. It is NOT about COVID-19, the 2020 pandemic. Coronavirus is a common virus that affe...
Cat dandruff can be uncomfortable and indicate something more serious is going on. Learn more about it.
Finding a tick on your dog can be an upsetting experience. Not only are ticks disgusting to look at, but they can also transmit diseases. While many o...
Canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is one of the most common heart diseases observed in medium and large-breed dogs. There are a number of potential
As dogs age, it’s not uncommon for them to develop lumps and bumps over their body. While petting your dog, you may come across a lump that just hap...
Many people have heard of glaucoma in humans, but did you know that dogs can experience this condition too? This painful eye disease may be genetic in...
When your dog visits the veterinary clinic for his annual wellness exam, one of the most important things your veterinarian will do is listen to your
Cerebellar hypoplasia is a condition that affects the brains of dogs. Dogs with cerebellar hypoplasia are born this way. Although there is no cure for...
Heart disease is common in humans. And unfortunately, it’s a condition that impacts our canine friends, as well. About 10% of dogs seen in a t...
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