Common Dog Diseases - How To Prevent and Cure Them!
In the movie The Fisher King there is a rather humorous scene in which Robin Williams' character is scooting himself along the ground by digging his heels in and dragging his bare bottom across the grass.
Dog Allergies are Common
It's not widely known that dogs, just like human beings, can and do suffer from allergies. In fact, about twenty percent of the dogs in the United States alone suffer from allergy at any one time!
Canine Distemper Virus
Puppies between the ages of three and six months are most susceptible to the canine distemper virus. It is therefore essential to vaccinate puppies against this deadly disease.
CPR for Pets
Anyone who has been to a CPR class is familiar with the basics of mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, but you're probably not familiar with mouth-to-snout resuscitation. It can save pets' lives - perhaps even the life of your own dog.
Heartworms in Dogs
Heartworms (Latin name Dirofilaria immitis) are parasitic worms that are common in both dogs and cats.
Hepatitis in Dogs
Hepatitis, a disease of the liver that is seen in several animals, including humans, is caused by a viral infection.
Hip Dysplasia in Dogs
A fairly common degenerative disease in dogs, canine hip dysplasia, is often misunderstood. Many mistakenly think that the ailment is a form of arthritis, but that is simply not the case.
Kennel Cough in Dogs
Kennel cough can be caused by several airborne bacteria and viruses
Leptospirosis in Dogs
Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection that can affect a dog's blood, liver, and kidneys.
Obesity in Dogs
Numerous studies have shown that more Americans are obese today than ever before and, interestingly, we’re not the only ones.
Parvovirus and Your Dog
Parvovirus (commonly called Parvo) is a viral disease that affects dogs.
Treating Your Dog for Dehydration
Dehydration in dogs can be a serious matter. Whether caused by illness, exposure to heat, or a simple lack of fluid intake.
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