Knowing the main diseases and health problems that our dog may have, will help us identify the symptoms in the event that it suffers from them and carry out early treatment with the help of your veterinaryn. Thus preventing your illness or problem from being more serious. Here you will find many informative articles where you can see everything related to the health and care of a dog.
But remember, in case of illness, it should always be your vet who makes a diagnosis and prescribes appropriate treatment, since each dog is different.
If we are considering adopting a dog in a protective association, it is likely that, among other requirements, we will be asked to sign an adoption contract. This document is intended to ensure the well-being of the adopted dog. Therefore, it should not be taken as a sign of mistrust or an unnecessary signature. Below …
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Excess gas in dogs is also called flatulence. The accumulation of gas in the digestive system and its subsequent elimination should not worry us if it occurs occasionally. Now, if the dog has large amounts of gases continuously, it is a reason for veterinary consultation. Intake of air or fermentable food is a common cause …
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Nowadays, it is increasingly common to resort to alternative therapies to conventional medicine, especially in the case of chronic health problems or when the use of conventional medicines is contraindicated. One of the alternative therapies that is being used the most in recent years as a complementary treatment for health problems in dogs is Acupuncture. …
Internal and external deworming are decisive to preserve the good health of our dog. However, we do not always know by what method to opt for the most effective. From Dogsis we show you the keys to internal and external canine deworming through the use of pills, thus avoiding the classic poisons in the form …
If we are thinking of sharing our life with a dog, adopting is the best option. But, to avoid surprises, it is convenient that we inform ourselves about the operation of the protectors or kennels in our area. Although some people think that adopting is a procedure that is free, the truth is that to …
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The truth is that few handlers care regularly for their dog’s teeth. A lack of oral hygiene can lead to serious health problems, and not only in the gums or teeth. In addition to regular veterinary reviews and care, at home we can follow a series of measures aimed at keeping your teeth in the …
Leishmaniasis or leishmaniosis is a parasitic disease that causes various damages in the dog’s organism. Furthermore, it has zoonotic potential. Therefore, it is essential that we follow preventive measures to prevent our dog from becoming ill. Among them, in recent years a vaccine has been developed. It is an option to consider, especially in those …
Even within the veterinary world there are many opinions on what is the best age to castrate a dog, preventing it from generating offspring and preventing possible related diseases. For this reason, from Dogsis we are going to explain what are the advantages and disadvantages of castrating your dog with a few months of life …
Melanoma is a type of cancer that grows in the cells of the skin responsible for producing melanin, melanocytes. It appears as a dark nodule on parts of the body with greater pigmentation. Depending on its location, it will be benign or malignant. Below we explain which dogs can be affected and what is the …
Allergies seem to be increasingly common in dogs. An allergy is an exaggerated reaction of the organism to contact with food or with any component of the environment that, in principle, should not be seen as a threat by the immune system. The main symptom of allergy is itching. The most frequent allergies in dogs …
Has your dog ever lost consciousness for no apparent reason? Syncope is the medical term for fainting, due to lack of oxygen or nutrients in the brain. They tend to be short episodes and with a sudden recovery. However, they may indicate the existence of a chronic, progressive, and even fatal underlying disease. If you …
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Dogs don’t sweat the same way humans do. Unlike us, they do not have numerous sweat glands throughout their body, but they are concentrated only in the foot pads. Therefore, their sweating mechanism is mainly gasping, which allows them to exchange hot air for cold to get cool. Let’s see in detail how dogs sweat …
Within the large number of dog breeds that exist on the planet, we can highlight some for a very particular peculiarity; dogs that do not lose their hair or make changes. These non-shedding dog breeds are in high demand by people with allergies or who simply need more selective hygiene at home. Let’s not forget …
Both breeds share the characteristics of Retrievers and have a very similar constitution. That makes it difficult for many people to know exactly what the differences are between Labrador and Golden. So that you have no doubts about it, in this article by Dogsis we are going to address this issue in detail. We will …
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Vaccination protects our furry from many serious diseases, so it is important that they are immunized from puppies. If you follow the recommended schedule, you will see that the multipurpose vaccine is the first one that should be applied. Do you want to know what it prevents and how often to put it? We explain …
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Skin conditions in dogs are frequent pathological processes, and are easily identified because they are recognizable to the naked eye. A rare skin tumor condition in dogs is canine histiocytosis, which is characterized by the appearance of plaques or nodules on the skin of different areas of the body, and can even affect internal organs. …
Hemolytic anemia in dogs is a rare disease, but it can cause really serious health problems if no treatment is applied. When this type of anemia occurs, red blood cells are destroyed prematurely, leading to fewer functional red blood cells. In order for you to recognize the signs of hemolytic anemia in the dog, from …
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When a dog’s body produces high levels of the hormone cortisol, we may be facing an endocrine disease: Cushing’s Syndrome, also known as hyperadrenocorticism. In this Dogsis article we will explain what it is, mentioning its most common causes and symptoms, especially in some breeds of dogs more genetically prone to suffering from this dysfunction. …
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Cancer is a terrible disease that affects more and more living beings, among which humans and dogs predominate. It is probably due to genetic factors in combination with environmental and nutritional factors, although the truth is that its origins are not fully known. Although there are several types of cancer, one of the best known …
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Canine rotavirus is a little popular virus, since it does not usually produce symptoms in adult dogs and in puppies it causes mild diarrhea that usually resolves without complications in a few days. However, it is important to know this disease, since it can become serious if it affects weakened animals or with a weak …
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The worms that lodge inside our dogs can cause numerous problems, so they must be treated as soon as possible. Only in this way will we avoid that their health suffers and that these parasites come to affect them, or even ourselves, since they are contagious. In this Dogsis article we will explain what are …
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Detecting a ball on our dog’s neck is always a cause for concern. It is easy to associate a lump with cancer, hence the fear many caregivers feel in these cases is understandable. If we suspect cancer, it is very important to go to the vet as soon as possible. But the truth is that …
If you are watching your dog’s nose flake, you are surely wondering “Why is my dog’s nose peeling?” There are multiple reasons for the appearance of crusts, white spots, or the loss of hair or skin on a dog’s muzzle. A dry, injured, cracked or skinned nose requires medical attention. Sometimes it is due to …
Torsion of the stomach in dogs is a much more common problem than one can imagine, so much so that perhaps our dog may suffer from it on occasion. That is why it is very important to know what it is, what its symptoms are and of course how to prevent it. It is a …
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Many people decide to shelter their dogs when the coldest seasons arrive, with sweaters or layers lined with sheepskin to prevent them from passing cool. However, this curious practice does not benefit dogs at general levels, being even counterproductive on many occasions. So from Dogsis we will explain when it is advisable to shelter our …
