Dog Loss of Appetite When you own a dog you not only feed it and walk it but also, get to know that animal very well. When your dog is unwell it can be extremely worrying and if your beloved pet stops eating then you need to find out the reasons why; it can be […]
Dog Appetite Increase As much as we are concerned when our dogs stop eating, you should also be worried if they overeat. Dog obesity rates have risen so much in the last few years, and it is often due to pet owners over feeding their dogs. There are several reasons why your dog’s appetite will […]
Dog Deafness (Deafness in Dogs) Many dogs will become deaf over time as they grow older. The reasons as to why vary greatly; some dogs are born deaf whilst others lose their hearing with age. Your dog can continue to have a very normal and happy life, and will often go on to live to […]
Dog Anorexia (Anorexia in Dogs) Being a dog owner is a rewarding experience. Having a dog is like having a child. You have to take care of all of your dogs needs from feeding to bathing and even flea and tick control. When your pet is happy you’re happy but what do you do when […]
Dog Pancreatitis Pancreatitis is when a dog’s pancreas becomes inflamed. This vital organ is responsible for the production of insulin, such as in Dog Diabetes, as well as many other important enzymes that aid in digestion. Located next to the stomach and small intestine, the pancreas is quite small in size but is one of […]
Dog Dehydration (Dehydration in Dogs) Dehydration in dogs is a serious condition and without prompt Veterinarian treatment, your dog could die within 18-24 hours after dehydration occurs and faster if your dog is experiencing Dog Vomiting or has Dog Diarrhea. Fluid is essential to every organ and muscle in your dog’s body. In fact 90% […]
Dog Swollen Abdomen (Swollen Abdomen in Dogs) Swollen Abdomens in Puppies Young puppies can have swollen bellies after they eat or drink a large amount of water or food. Their systems are growing at full-speed, so it is normal to see their abdomen swollen after eating. If the puppy appears in distress then it can […]
Dog Constipation (Constipation in Dogs) Constipation in dogs occurs if there is infrequency or incompletion of bowel movements or if the stool will not release from the intestine. Constipation causes retention of moisture into the body causing the stool to be gray to whitish in color upon expulsion. By itself, this issue is rarely a […]
How to Read Dog Food Labels What we feed our dogs should be just as painstakingly examined as the foods we, ourselves, consume. Unfortunately, this process can be confusing as the needs of our dogs are vastly different than our health needs. However, by understanding what their needs are and hence, learning to read the […]
Dog Radiation Therapy Huge advances in the use of radiation therapy for dogs have been made within the last 50 years. Tumors have been successfully diagnosed through the use of CAT scans, MRI, and histopathology. This tells vets where and what kind of tumor is present in dogs, allowing them to begin radiation treatment with […]
