Giardiasis is an infection with giardia that happens in dogs. Giardia is a one cell parasite named protozoa. This parasite infects the small intestine in the dog. There are many ways in which a dog can get infected by this parasite.
Transmission
One of the most popular methods of transmission is through drinking water that has infected [...]
An eye infection is a relatively general description of a medical condition that may result in discomfort, discharge and abnormal appearance of a dog’s eyes and surrounding tissue.
Conjunctivitis
This is generally the most common type of eye infection seen regularly in dogs. Conjunctivitis is characterized by the inflammation of the portion of the eye called the [...]
There are a lot of variables that help you determine what type of dog to bring home as a new pet. Certain factors that you will need to consider regarding gender include:
• disposition and temperament
• genetic issues which lead to health issues
• level of attention and care required
• average lifespan
• overall size
Typically, the question arises [...]
If you’re having sunny weather it can be oh-so enticing to get outside with your dog and have a good time. There are so many things you can do from throwing a Frisbee or stick to hanging out at the beach. But, are you aware there is a danger that your dog will get sunburn, [...]
There has been a great demand for dog clothing and products which have in turn given birth to such fantastic designer dog clothing boutiques. Whether you want to take your little poodle for a walk in the park, for an all dog’s meet, for his friends wedding or you want to dress him on [...]
In olden days our ancestors were truly very simple and they did not have as many facilities as we have these days. Today we are very informative and we know about many things and we also know how to buy them. In the world of technology and innovation, everything has become very instant for us. [...]
Our pet canines perplexing behavior is always rooted in the traits of their wild ancestors. To understand the behavior of the modern dog one needs to know the inherent traits of the wolves that for hundreds of years have survived in the wild.
One of these rather odd behaviors is staring. Why do dogs stare? As [...]
Even if your shar pei looks totally unlike any other dog, he will still encounter most of the bugs and critters that give other breeds a hard time. Let’s have a look at some of these top concerns.
The first thing we need to know is that the skin of a shar pei dog contains large [...]
Just as with humans, it is possible for your precious pooch to develop two different forms of diabetes mellitus. In both cases, your pet is unable to metabolize sugar properly, which can lead to a host of additional health problems if not cared for properly.
Understanding Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs
One kind of diabetes, which is referred [...]
Tamaskan – Choosing the Breed of Dog That’s Right For You
Getting a dog can change your life. If you get a dog that is compatible with your lifestyle, it can be a very rewarding experience, but all dogs require love, attention, care and training, so before you make that decision, ask yourself these questions:
Do I [...]