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 [...]
Glucosamine is a naturally occurring substance in all people and animals that helps in joint movement. This chemical allows your joints to move fluidly and helps cushion them at the same time. All dogs produce this chemical, but as time goes by and the dog starts to age, the ability to produce enough glucosamine becomes [...]
Every dog owner knows how great their little friend is. They always rush to you when you come home from a long day at work and shower you with affection, unlike many other animals that humans keep as pets.
While little Rover may tear up a shoe from time to time and make general madness around [...]
Certain dog breeds tend to get more eye injuries than others. Other health problems can also aggravate eye issues and may need treatment before affecting your dog’s eyesight. A common eye problem in dogs is conjunctivitis.
If your dog shows red, swollen or weepy eyes, this needs to be checked out by a veterinarian immediately as [...]
If you own a male dog for a pet, something you should be aware of is that he can develop prostate cancer, just as a human male can. A tumor or growth in the prostate is the reason behind most prostate gland issues in male dogs. There are signs and symptoms that will help alert [...]
There are two causes of bloody stools in dogs. Melena is the blood that a dog has digested. It appears as a dark color. Hematochezia is thought to be fresh blood appearing in the stool. This is a more minor issue than melena. To diagnosis the true cause of a bloody stool in your dog, [...]