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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…
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…
How well do dogs hear?
Did you know that dogs possess a much more sensitive sense of hearing compared to humans? They can easily hear something even when you hear nothing. Dogs can hear high-frequency sounds. They can…
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…
Why is my dog sneezing?
Dogs and humans share a lot of similarities when it comes to bodily functions, properties, and physiology. This is why most health conditions that affect humans can also affect dogs, and the…
Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Dogs
Squamous cells line the epidermis, which is the outermost part of the skin. A tumor of the skin cells is called a squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). This type of cancer can occur anywhere this type of…
Common Skin Diseases in Dogs
Have you noticed your dog licking their paws frequently? Scratching behind their ears? Chewing at the area above or below their tail? Licking under their back legs? Perhaps you’ve seen areas of red…
Can dogs develop heart arrhythmias?
Arrhythmias are fairly common in dogs, but they’re not always a cause for concern. Many dogs with arrhythmias live normal lives without any problems. However, since an arrhythmia may be a red flag…
Types of Cardiomyopathy in Dogs
Cardiomyopathy is a common heart disease in dogs. It includes any disorder that affects the muscles of the heart which can eventually lead to the heart losing its ability to pump blood efficiently.…
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…
Tips for Exercising Your Dog
Dogs were designed to be on the move! Breeds were developed for specific purposes, like hunting, herding, and protecting. These days, many dogs are simply companions and it's up to us to remember to…
Pneumothorax in Dogs and Cats
The thoracic cavity, also referred to as the chest cavity, contains several important organs essential for our pets’ health and life. Any condition that affects the animal’s thoracic cavity will…
Pyothorax in Dogs and Cats
The chest cavity, also called the thoracic cavity, contains several important organs essential for our pets’ health and life. Any condition that causes changes in the anatomy of the thoracic cavity…
Treating Your Dog’s Swollen Paw
There are many reasons for a dog's swollen paw; these range from simple conditions like injuries, allergies, or infections to more complex ones, such as autoimmune diseases. Whatever the case, the…
Meningioma in Dogs and Cats
Meningioma is the most common brain tumor in dogs and cats. About 50% of all brain tumor cases in dogs are attributed to meningioma, while the incidence in cats is about 56%. Continue reading to…
Tick Talk - Dogs and Tick Control
Ticks are small, biting parasites that feed on blood and are typically most active from spring through fall. They are most commonly found in wooded areas. Ticks come in many different varieties that…
Hot Spots (Moist Dermatitis) in Dogs
Hot spots, also known as moist dermatitis, are a common skin condition in dogs. They are typically caused by damaged and/or infected skin. Areas of redness and irritation can occur rapidly,…
How to Clean Your Dog's Ears
Does your dog have problems with its ears? Has your vet recommended routine ear cleaning for your dog? Or perhaps you’d just like to add ear cleaning to your dog’s regular grooming routine! Here are…