What to Do When Your Dog is in Heat for the First Time
Dog heat cycles can be unpredictable, and you can be caught by surprise by you dog going into heat for the first time. Here are some tips to managing this and keeping your dog safe and well.
Acral Lick Dermatitis in Dogs
Acral lick dermatitis is an area that becomes bald with raised skin that may ulcerate or bleed as your dog excessively links it.
What Is a Dog Chiropractor?
Just as in a chiropractic session for humans, a dog chiropractor will palpate the dog’s spine, limbs, and even the skull to detect abnormalities.
Treatment and Signs of Parasites in Dogs
Parasites in dogs affect both the dogs internal organs like the heart and digestive system, their skin, and orifices like the nose and ears.
Understanding Veterinary Telemedicine and Teletriage
It’s the middle of the night and something is not quite right with your dog. You’re concerned but don’t know if your dog needs...
Your Dog’s Healthy Gut
The gut microbiome is becoming known as an important part of overall health for both humans and canines. Investing in your dog's gut health can make a big difference in their quality of life.
Identifying Fungal Infections in Dogs
There are many kinds of fungal infections in dogs, including systemic fungal infections, fungal skin infections, and fungal ear infections.
My Dog Ate an Onion!
Approximately 100 grams – about a half cup – of onion can be toxic to a 45-lb. dog. Onion powder is more concentrated, and therefore worse.
Babesiosis in Dogs
Babesiosis in dogs is a tickborne disease that attacks red blood cells over time gradually causing anemia. The disease is seen worldwide, and the infection is carried for a lifetime.
Why Your Dog is Licking Their Back Near the Tail
If your dog keeps licking their back near the tail it indicates discomfort due to allergies, fleas, hot spots or other issue to investigate.
Cerenia for Dogs
Cerenia is a wonder drug for vomiting in dogs that blocks a neurotransmitter in the brain that triggers the vomiting reflex. You should never use Cerenia without consulting your veterinarian first. There are times when the ability to vomit can be lifesaving for dogs.
Are Ticks Active in the Winter?
Even the most obsessive dog owners may let their flea-and-tick guard down when the winter winds kick in to save some time and money....
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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.