When I was growing up, I almost always had a cat. Back then, a cat was just a replaceable “thing” to most people, and if one got run over, killed by the neighbor’s dog, poisoned, or just disappeared, there was always another cat to be found.
Fortunately, attitudes have changed over time. These days many people [...]
Parvo is a very serious, and often deadly, condition that affects dogs. It’s also highly aggressive when it’s on the attack. There are several strains of this dreaded condition and it’s important to know how to spot symptoms immediately. If you notice any of these signs and get your dog to the vet instantly, you [...]
Canine lymphoma is a malignant cancer that frequently strikes dogs of middle age. Any breed can contract it, but it seems that Golden Retrievers tend to develop it more than others. If you’re the owner of a middle aged dog, particularly a Golden Retriever, you may be interested in knowing what the treatment options are [...]
Many mammals suffer from a skin disease known as mange. Typically, it’s caused by a mite burrowing under the skin. Mange seems to be most common in cats and dogs, although other animals can get it. There are several types of mange but, thankfully, just a few affect your pets. The mites cannot be seen [...]
Dogs that have been attacked by Demodetic mites will show extreme hair loss and weakened immune systems. This is because of the mites burrowing three to five layers deep in the dog’s skin and attacking the hair follicles. These microscopic pests typically appear in all puppies but mostly attack puppies from the age of six [...]
Dog mange is one of the most miserable afflictions that can strike your dog. It’s a contagious and persistently itchy skin disease brought on by parasitic mites burrowing under the skin. It must be treated as soon as you detect the symptoms. Otherwise the mange only gets worse.
The symptoms of dog mange include continuous itching, [...]