Dog
My dog has a cut on his paw pad. What should I do?
If your dog has injured his paws, you need to take care of it right away. Your pet needs healthy paws and paw pads to navigate through the world. This area of their body touches the ground and takes…
My dog vomited worms. What should I do?
Witnessing your dog vomiting worms can be a scary sight. Fear not, because you are in the same boat with many pet parents. Worm infestation is a common issue encountered by most pet owners at one…
What to Feed a Dog with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is considered to be a syndrome, versus a disease. It’s a multi-faceted condition triggered by many underlying conditions. Though there’s no specific cause of IBD in…
What to Do if Your Pet Has a Bite Wound
Did your dog or cat get bitten by another animal? Don't panic! There are many things that you can do to help your pet. The first step is to verify that your pet is up-to-date on vaccines. If not,…
My dog’s wound won’t heal. What should I do?
The curious streaks and playful nature of dogs can easily get them into trouble. It’s no wonder why they end up with wounds when playing, getting into fights with other animals, or by accident.…
Common Types of Skin Tumors in Dogs
Skin disorders are one of the most commonly reported health problems in dogs. Around 13% of veterinary visits involve some sort of skin problem. This can range from simple allergic dermatitis or…
Abscesses in Dogs: Causes and Treatment Options
Skin abscesses often appear as painful swelling on the skin which can be firm or fluid-filled to the touch, depending on how thick the pus is inside. Typically, skin abscesses appear suddenly, often…
How to Prevent Flystrike in Dogs and Cats
Flystrike in dogs and cats is one of those skin conditions where treatment and preventive medication is not readily available. It’s important that pet owners are aware of how this skin problem…
Tooth Root Abscesses in Dogs
Dogs have 42 adult teeth: 6 incisors, 4 canines, 16 premolars, and 10 molars. Any of these teeth are at risk for developing an abscess, but the most common teeth to develop abscesses are the upper…
Cuterebra Infestation in Dogs and Cats
Skin parasites are a common problem in dogs and cats. Commonly encountered external parasites, like fleas, lice, and ticks, can easily be treated and controlled with over-the-counter preventive…
Pemphigus in Dogs
Pemphigus can best be described as an immune-mediated skin disease in dogs where a dog’s own immune system begins to attack the connection between the normal layers of skin cells. There are…
Symptoms of Deafness in Dogs
Dogs can lose their hearing for different reasons. Some dogs are born deaf or lose their hearing in the first few weeks of life. Partial or complete deafness is common in senior dogs, with or…
Should I worry about a cyst on my dog’s skin?
A lump or bump on or under a dog’s skin can be a source of worry for many pet owners. Most lumps and bumps in dogs are benign, but there is a possibility that some could be malignant. Just like any…
Elbow Hygromas in Dogs
Have you noticed a small squishy swelling on your dog’s elbow that continues to grow and become firmer with time? It could be a benign growth called a hygroma, or it could be something more serious.…
Causes of Fainting and Dizziness in Dogs
Seeing your dog become dizzy or worse, lose consciousness and faint, can be a very scary sight. The acute or sudden collapse and loss of consciousness in dogs is usually due to sudden loss of…
Symptoms and Treatment for Vasculitis in Dogs
Vasculitis is a condition described by an inflammation of the wall of blood vessels. It can occur as a primary health problem, but in most cases, vasculitis happens secondary or as a complication of…
My dog has a cut. Is this an emergency?
Due to the curious nature of dogs, it’s no wonder why they end up with minor scrapes or cuts when accidents happen. Knowing how to clean and treat skin wounds and being able to recognize when…
Why is my dog panting?
Panting is when a dog breathes through its mouth, and we usually see it in dogs during normal physical activities. However, there are certain situations where panting can be a sign of an illness or…