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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…
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…
Skin Infections in Dogs: Fungal & Yeast Infections
While bacterial skin infections make up the majority of the skin infection cases in canines, fungal and yeast infections are also commonly encountered. Yeast and fungal infections can occur as a…
Middle and Inner Ear Infections in Dogs
Otitis media (inflammation of the middle ear) and otitis interna (inflammation of the inner ear) are often caused by a bacterial or yeast (fungal) infection. Infection of the middle and inner parts…
Is it OK to pluck the hair from my dog’s ears?
For some dog breeds, it’s natural to have hair growing inside their ears. Poodles, Shih Tzus, and Bichon Frises are just some of these breeds that grow thicker hair inside their ears. Unfortunately,…
Nasal Tumors in Dogs and Cats
Nasal tumors in pets are relatively uncommon, accounting for only 1% of all cancers in dogs. However, they are the most common tumors found along the respiratory tract, responsible for around 60-80%…
Dermatitis in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Dogs, like people, can develop allergies to a variety of things from pollen and other airborne substances to specific ingredients in their food. Allergen is the general term for the specific…
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) in Dogs
High blood pressure (also called hypertension) is an abnormal increase in blood pressure. A dog is said to be hypertensive when systolic blood pressure (SBP) exceeds 160 mmHg. The symptoms exhibited…
Eye Injuries in Pets: Corneal Ulcers and Scratches
Corneal injuries, including scratches, abrasions, and ulceration, are common injuries in dogs and cats. Regardless of the cause, all eye injuries should be addressed immediately to avoid serious…
Flea and Tick Medication Guide for Pet Parents
Fleas and ticks are external parasites that feed on the blood of their hosts, typically dogs, cats, and other mammals. Heavy infestations can lead to anemia and potentially serious complications…
Glaucoma in Dogs and Cats
Though different in the level of perception and sensitivity, the anatomy of a dog and a cat’s eye is pretty much similar to ours and is also prone to the same eye problems that affect us. These…
Canine Atopy Guide: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment of Dogs with Atopic Dermatitis
Has your itchy dog recently been diagnosed with atopic dermatitis (also called canine eczema or atopy)? Do you still have questions about what this diagnosis means and what to expect from…
Brucellosis in Dogs
Brucellosis is a bacterial infection in dogs caused by the bacterium Brucella canis. It is one of the leading causes of reproductive problems in dogs but can cause other symptoms as well. You may…
Symptoms and Prevention of Chiggers in Dogs
Chiggers, scientific name Trombiculamites, are also called harvest mites, itch mites, scrub mites, and red bugs due to their red to bright orange color. While they don’t actually penetrate or burrow…
Causes and Symptoms of Stress in Dogs
Stress is the overwhelming feeling of pressure or tension, while anxiety is described as extreme nervousness and unease. In dogs, these two terms are often interchangeable as the two conditions…
Hepatic Encephalopathy in Dogs
The liver is one of the powerhouse organs of the body. It has many functions including making proteins and bile (which digests fats), metabolizing (breaking down) nutrients and wastes such as…
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in Dogs
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever is a disease transmitted to dogs by ticks infected with the Rickettsia rickettsii bacteria. This disease, if not diagnosed and treated early, can have devastating…
Best Dog Breeds for First Time Pet Parents
Getting a dog is such an exciting decision and a promise that you are ready to care for a living being, often for a decade and more. So far you’re probably aware that owning a dog is much more than…