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.
Gagging is a symptom that tells us that something is wrong with our dog’s health, from digestive problems, to diseases or possible foreign bodies. Other reasons may be gastric torsion or even parasites. The causes that can provoke retching in our dog are multiple, but they all have something in common, it is necessary to …
It is called pica syndrome that is characterized by the intake of all kinds of non-food materials. It is considered an eating disorder and can have different causes, both physical and psychological. The name comes from Pica pica, which is the scientific name for the magpie. This corvid is distinguished by the theft of all …
Cherry eye or encantis are the names that also receive the prolapse of the lacrimal gland of the third eyelid. It is a relatively frequent disorder, especially in small breeds. The only possible resolution for this prolapse is surgical intervention. And it is important to perform it, since the encantis will irritate the ocular surface, …
Also known by the name of coleoliths or, popularly, by that of stones, these are formations in the biliary system that can obstruct it, which is a risk to the life of the dog. Fortunately, these types of stones are not frequent in dogs, but it is important that we know them, since they can …
Dog at the veterinary clinic Humans and dogs share very similar conditions, an example of this is arthritis. In both cases, age is an important factor for the development of this disease, although there are other causes of arthritis in dogs that you should know and prevent. So that you can recognize this problem if …
When we adopt a puppy for the first time, we do not even imagine the problem they can pose at night, since they cry and bark to get our attention and to be listened to. Puppies sleep many times during the day but only for a few hours, so it is completely normal for them …
Furosemide is a drug that, like all, can only be prescribed by a veterinaryn. This professional is the only one capable of deciding its suitability, the recommended dose and the guidelines for its administration. So, even if we have furosemide at home, we have used it and we think that it is what our dog …
Playing with your canine companion is key to establishing a good relationship with him and that he is a balanced and happy dog. During those moments the toys provide an extra dose of fun and allow you to escape the routine. But we must know that some can be harmful to your health, so they …
There are many questions about whether brachycephalic dogs can fly. Although very popular and beautiful, dogs with these characteristics present health problems that could be fatal during an air trip. For this reason, many airlines have restrictions on transporting them. Now, is it possible to travel with them? Do you know if your dog is …
Giardias are intestinal protozoan parasites that can affect the dog’s gastrointestinal tract. The clinical picture they cause is called giardiasis. Giardias are not always included in regular internal deworming programs. Most often, the dog contracts them by consuming water contaminated with these protozoa. An intermittent diarrhea that resists conventional treatment can make us suspect giardiasis. …
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On many occasions we cannot leave the house as much as we would like to be able to walk and play with our puppy. So we must come up with some fun games to have a good time with our dog at home. It does not matter if it is raining, the weather is bad, …
Lupus is an autoimmune disease, which means that it occurs because the dog’s immune system attacks the body itself. As it does not always happen in the same way, we find two presentations of the disease. In this article we will describe the symptoms of lupus, as well as the characteristics of the forms that …
All dogs need a balanced and nutritious diet that includes all the vitamins and minerals necessary for proper development. Vitamins not only influence the mood of the dog but also play a role in the development and maintenance of bones and organs. Many people wonder what are the best vitamins for adult dogs or dogs …
Dogs’ hair falls out regularly a couple of times a year. It is what we know by the name of molt. It corresponds to a normal process of the hair cycle and, therefore, does not pose any health problem. But sometimes, our dog experiences excessive hair loss, has areas without it or even skin lesions. …
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Coprophagia, or eschatophagia, as the ingestion of excrement both from themselves and from other animals is called, is one of the most repulsive disorders that usually results in the owners of a dog. But, in addition to the unpleasantness of this behavior, it can have negative consequences for the dog’s health. Below we will explain …
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Popularly known as kennel cough is, more accurately, acute tracheobronchitis. Another name is the canine respiratory complex, since there are several diseases and viruses or bacteria that can be detected. What they have in common is that they are all very contagious, so it is important that, if we identify any of the symptoms that …
If we live with a male dog, we should know that it can also suffer from prostate problems, an accessory gland that bitches do not have. In this Dogsis article we will see what pathologies affect it and how we can treat them. Index of contents 1 What is the prostate? 2 Prostate enlargement in …
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Knowing the care of a blind dog is essential if you have a canine companion with this limitation, either blind from birth or who has lost sight due to illness. Below, you will discover what precautions you should take into account at home, as well as the special attention required during walks and other essential …
The time of delivery is always delicate and it is common for us, as caretakers of a pregnant dog, to have doubts about how to handle it. Below we will explain all the points to keep in mind for it to be successful. Informing us about gestation, childbirth or lactation will help us understand the …
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Abscesses are accumulations of pus that can appear in different places on the body of our dog. In some cases we can see them as packages of different sizes. The presence of pus warns us of the existence of an infection that, as such, will require veterinary treatment, which may even include surgery. Let’s see …
Pancreatitis is known as inflammation of the pancreas, an organ with important functions in the body that will be seriously altered with this disease. Although it is a treatable pathology, sometimes it becomes fatal. Next we will expose the most common symptoms that the dog with pancreatitis will present. If we perceive any, we should …
Also known as red eye, conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the connective membrane that surrounds the back of the eyelids and the surface of the eyeball to the cornea. It is a relatively common condition that is due to different causes. It is characterized by the presence of a more or less thick discharge and …
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None of us like to leave the dog alone at home, but sometimes it is necessary because we need to go to places where they cannot accompany us, such as work, shopping or the doctor. Even if it is only for a few hours, we always ask ourselves: will you be comfortable? quiet? Sleeping ?. …
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We all know that living with animals carries certain risks if we do not treat them correctly against parasites, such as for example that they acquire fleas or ticks and that these in turn can be transmitted to us humans. Although it is not always the fault of the dog, walking through the park or …
Also known as progressive retinal atrophy, or PRA, this eye disease affects the retina of both eyes. The retina is the part of the eye that is responsible for capturing images and sending them to the brain. Any injury to it will affect the dog’s normal vision. There are different manifestations of this atrophy. Unfortunately, …
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