Diabetes in dogs is becoming more of an issue than most people think. Because of this there are a few things that you need to keep an eye on with your dog in order to help figure out whether or not they might have canine diabetes.
These symptoms aren’t exact for just diabetes, though. They could [...]
Just like any other pets, dogs must be taken care of, by their owners. They require an investment of time, energy and money. This article will give you some tips on how to take care of your dog. There are about 21 factors involved in taking care of a dog. 11 of them are [...]
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 Chinese herbs have been found to be helpful in treating Lyme Disease, which is a bacterial infectious disease that comes from Borrelia Burgdorferi, a spirochetal organism. Typically, it is introduced to the system through a tick bite.
More people living in the northeastern United States seem to be prone to Lyme Disease although there have [...]
Ringworm is a very common infection that occurs on animals and humans alike. Unlike the name however, ringworm isn’t actually a worm, rather it’s a fungal infection that appears as a set of rings when on the skin.
Another type of ringworm is athlete’s foot. The organism that creates ringworm is called a dermatophyte and the [...]
As advancements in pet-healthcare are being constantly made pets are living much longer than ever, even if they’re unfortunate enough to come down with diabetes. With modern medicines dogs with diabetes can live a full and long life, completely unaffected by the disease; that is if you deal with the situation properly with proper medication [...]
Fleas are some of the most misery producing creatures known to man and beast. They are parasites that live outside the body rather than inside, such as different types of worms. Fleas have an oval or round body accompanied by very tiny legs. These vampiric little creatures attach themselves to the outside of your [...]
All dog owners realize the importance of choosing the best flea remedies for their four legged companions. The choices for this are many and varied, but the majority of dog owners typically go with the vet recommended products such as Frontline, Advantage, and Revolution. While these are tried and true treatments for the banishment [...]
UTI, or urinary tract infection, isn’t something found only in humans. Dogs also get it, though females are more susceptible to it, due to the shorter urethra. Male dogs still get it, though it’s rare.
When UTI is in its first stages in a dog, it’s usually not harmful, and the usual signs might not be [...]