Luxating Patellas in Dogs
A dog with a luxating patella, or misaligned knee, needs a solid treatment plan, which often includes surgery. Braces may not be the best choice.
Why Is My Dog Constantly Scratching and Biting Himself?
A dog who is itching a lot is uncomfortable. The constant scratching is annoying – for both of you! Tracking down the cause is the only way to halt the itch.
How to Tell If Your Dog Has A Fever
Here’s what you need to know when your dog has a fever.
Dog Coughs After Drinking Water
Dogs might cough after drinking water for many reasons, most of which are minor. In some cases, however, coughing after drinking water can indicate a serious underlying issue.
Tooth Extractions in Dogs
Tooth extraction dogs is complicated with teeth having multiple deep roots and recovery can take time, but most dogs are happier after having a problem tooth removed.
Heat Stroke in Dogs
Dogs can (and many dogs do) suffer from heat stroke in the summer months. Know the signs of heat stroke in dogs and how to administer first aid treatment.
Ehrlichiosis in Dogs
This tick-borne disease has a 95% survival rate in dogs when caught early.
Dog Bacterial Infections
A dog can get a bacterial infection in many ways, through an injury, a disruption in his gut or skin good bacteria, or secondary to another illness.
How to Deworm a Dog
Learn about how (and how often) to deworm a dog at home and which dewormers are best for use in your dog.
Dogs Who Swallow a Lot
A dog who appears to be swallowing repeatedly may have something stuck in his throat or, worse, deeper in the throat.
Worms in Dogs
Learn about the types of worms that can affect dogs – including roundworms, whipworms, hookworms, tapeworms, cuterebra, and mango worms – and what these worms look like.
Allergies in Dogs
Dogs with allergies are itchy and may incessantly lick or scratch at their skin. Learn about seasonal allergies, the most common food and environmental allergies in dogs, and how to alleviate your dog's itch.
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How “Bird Flu” Could Threaten Your Dog
The “bird flu”, or avian influenza, has been around for a long time; it’s circulated in wild birds since the late 1990s. But like all viruses, it mutates over time—and influenza viruses are known to mutate very quickly. What’s more, some emerging strains are deadlier than others.