How to Identify Dog Allergies
Many dog owners wonder if their canine is experiencing allergies. It’s hard to spot the problem without having knowledge about the symptoms. Here’s how to identify common allergies that may sneak up on your canine.
Category : Veterinary Medicine : Pets & Animal
Side Effects of Medications for Lyme Disease in Dogs
Antibiotics are used to treat Lyme disease in dogs.dogs image by matko from Fotolia.comLyme disease is a tick borne disease caused by a bacteria. Once your dog has been diagnosed with Lyme disease, your veterinarian will prescribe a course of antibiotics for him, probably from the...
Treatment of Hip Dysplasia in Dogs
Hip dysplasia is an abnormal formation of the hip joint. It occurs in many mammals, although it is very common in dogs. According to the Baker Institute of Animal Health, hip dysplasia occurs in more than 50 percent of larger breed dogs. The deformation cannot be detected at birth, but can usually b
Is My Pet Overweight? - Part I
Is my pet overweight? This article is an overview on how to get started on assessing your pet's body condition, diet and fitness levels. Your veterinarian will help determine your pet's optimal weight and help set up a safe weight loss program specifically for your pet if it is determined
How to Get Water Out of a Dog's Ear
If your dog has water in his ears--most likely from a swimming excursion--it's important that you get the ears dried out as soon as possible. Moisture in your dog's ears, if allowed to remain, can cause an ear infection. By cleaning your dog's ear using a solution designed for this purpose, you will
Learn How to Teach Voice (With 4 Easy Elements)
Beginning voice lessons should include these four elements.
Seizures and Strokes in Pets
Strokes and seizures are serious disorders in pets that must be quickly diagnosed and treated to avoid permanent injury or death to the animal.
How to Determine if Your Dog is Sick
Like many animals, canines often hide symptoms of disease until the illness has progressed to the serious stage. When a dog is part of your family, you want to protect it, keep it healthy and give it the best life possible while it is with you. Dog owners should learn what signs to watch for to tell
Why is my Pet Itching and Scratching?
Questions about itching, scratching, fleas, allergies and hair loss in pets are among the most common questions asked of veterinarians. Here are some answers.
Stem Cell Regenerative Therapy in Veterinary Medicine
Stem cells have been in the news in recent years because they can grow and differentiate into many types of cell types. For cells originating from human embryos, there are many ethical and legal debates about usage of these cells. Scientists are now focusing on adult stem cells; cells from adult ani
Dog Seizures Related to Avoderm Dog Food
When a dog ingests something he shouldn’t, it can result in diarrhea, vomiting, seizures or even death. Many vets and animal welfare associations include avocados as a potentially toxic food item for dogs, yet it is a much-flaunted ingredient in AvoDerm dog food, known for the healthy coat it
Afghan Hound on the grooming table
Afghan Hound on the grooming table / Janet Tobiassen Crosby DVM
On Singing a Legato Line
One skill is more important than any other when singing, regardless of the style you sing. Find out what.
Nose Congestion in Dogs
Nose congestion, excess mucous in the nasal passages, can be a symptom of several different diseases in dogs. According to PetMD, nose congestion is often caused by inflammation of the sinuses.
Vestibular Neuritis in Dogs
Vestibular syndrome is the term for a disease that impacts balance either in people or animals. Typically, when the vestibular system is affected, the body's balance is off, which often results in a "wobbly" gait, falling, unusual eye movement--and, for animals, it may include rolling over.
What's Cheyletiella and How Is It Treated?
About Cheyletiella in cats and dogs, including risk factors, signs, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention.
A Spinal Tumor in a Cat
A cat's spine is a vital part of its central nervous system. The spinal cord relays sensory messages from the rest of the body, provides support and processes reflexive reactions. A cat with a spinal cord injury is paralyzed below the site of the injury and may suffer numerous other health problems.
Canine Lyme Disease Recovery
Lyme disease in dogs (also known as borreliosis) is a tick-borne disease with potentially long-lasting and severe consequences to your dog's health. Canine Lyme disease is transmitted via the deer tick, also known as the black-legged tick, a tiny dark-colored tick whose primary hosts are deer. Treat
Dog Skin Infections
Dogs are beloved companions who travel with their owners to a variety of places both indoors and out, so it is not uncommon for a dog to develop a skin infection. Fortunately, skin infections are relatively easy to treat.