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My dog has Addison’s Disease. What does this mean?
Hypoadrenocorticism is a very long medical word. In this article, we’ll unravel its meaning to help you understand this condition. Hypoadrenocorticism, also known as Addison (or Addison’s) Disease,…
My dog has Cushing’s disease. What does this mean?
Cushing’s disease, also known as hyperadrenocorticism, is a condition that develops in dogs and uncommonly, in cats too. Although this sounds like a complicated medical condition, in this article,…
Keeping Your Tiny Dog Healthy: Dental Care Edition
Did you know that small breed dogs have a higher incidence of severe dental disease, at a younger age, than their large breed counterparts? Read on to understand why this happens and what you can do…
How to Prepare Your Dog for International Travel
Getting ready for an international trip is exciting, but it can also be a busy and stressful time if you’re planning to take your dog along. Preparing your dog for the trip and planning ahead is…
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI) in Dogs and Cats
The pancreas is an organ that has many functions, including producing enzymes to help digest food from what is called the ‘exocrine’ portion of the pancreas (there is also an ‘endocrine’ portion).…
My Dog Won't Stop Licking His Paws - Help!
Is your dog licking his paws incessantly? So obsessively that they seem to have lost interest in everything else around them? What does this mean, and is there a treatment for it? Keep reading to…
Broken Nails in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Dogs' nails need to be clipped or trimmed regularly. Sometimes, the nail can chip, tear or break, unintentionally while cutting it. If your dog's nail splits, breaks or tears, it can start to bleed…
Maltese Dog Guide: Everything You Need to Know
Little dogs typically have big personalities, and that’s no coincidence. When your only job description is to be a charming companion to the humans in your life, it pays to have pizzazz. And when it…
Is it ok to shave your dog's fur?
During hot, summer days when the ambient temperature is barely tolerable for us humans, we often imagine that our dogs, with all their thick hair, are probably feeling even worse. The tendency is…
Symptoms and Treatment for Ruptured Eardrums in Dogs
The ear of dogs is divided into three parts - the outer ear, the middle ear, and the inner ear. Between the outer ear and the middle ear is a thin membrane called the tympanic membrane or eardrum.…
Pinnal Vasculitis: Why are my dog's ears crusty?
Vasculitis is a general term that is used to describe skin diseases that are caused by inflammation of the blood vessel walls. It is an uncommon disorder that can occur anywhere in the body of cats…
An Update on Grape and Raisin Toxicity in Dogs
It’s always tempting to share our snacks with our pets, and while most fresh fruits are nutritious and tasty, not all are safe for dogs to eat. Grapes and raisins, a common fruit snack for humans,…
Stomach Cancer in Dogs and Cats - Symptoms and Diagnosis
Stomach cancers are uncommon in dogs and cats and account for only < 1% of total cancer cases. However, stomach cancers often result in serious illness, and chances of recovery and remission are…
Can Dogs Get Sick From Drinking Too Much Water?
It’s so much fun to watch our dogs have a great time playing in the water, whether swimming in the pool, or frolicking in the ocean, or running through the lawn sprinkler. We know how important…
Are melons and cantaloupes safe for dogs to eat?
Melons and cantaloupes provide a healthy and refreshing snack that’s nutritious for both dogs and humans. They don’t contain any toxic components that can cause serious health problems in dogs, but…
How Can I Tell if My Dog is Blind?
When a dog becomes blind, his sense of hearing and smell go into overdrive to compensate for the vision loss. Thus, if only one eye is blind, most dogs appear to behave normally and the owner may…
Is it safe to give your dog bread?
Bread is a staple food commonly seen in most household kitchens worldwide and is consumed by most people on a daily basis. Bread is usually included in many common dishes such as sandwiches, pasta,…
Is it safe for dogs to drink juice?
The shortest answer to this question is, “it depends”. Fresh fruit juices, such as apple juice or orange juice can be given as an occasional treat. But juices made of fruit concentrate are another…