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Valley fever is a fungal disease that can sicken dogs and humans alike.

Valley Fever in Dogs

Valley fever is caused by the inhalation of a species of fungus called Coccidioides that thrives in the soil of semi-arid regions with warm winters. This fungus is found primarily in the southwestern United States.
The symptoms of heartworms in dogs start small but get increasingly serious without treatment.

Symptoms of Heartworm

Heartworm is a deadly parasite spread by the bite of a mosquito. The symptoms of heartworm becoming increasingly severe as the damage progresses. This damage is not fully reversible making prevention or early treatment critical.
Giardia in dogs is a protozoal infection associated with drinking unsafe water.

The Giardia Parasite in Dogs

Symptoms of giardia in dogs include diarrhea, maldigestion, and malabsorption. The infection can be a minor nuisance or a royal pain to treat and totally clear.
Dog nosebleeds have many causes as dogs greet the world nose first.

Dog Nosebleed

Nosebleeds in a dog have many possible causes, just as they do in people. Some nosebleeds are simple: A dog nosebleed on one side...
Water intoxication in dogs can be cause by too much or too little sodium.

Water Intoxication in Dogs Can Be Deadly

Water intoxication in dogs is the result of sodium levels being too low or too high. Either due to ingesting too much water in too short of time, or ingesting sea water leading to too much sodium.
Parvo lasts a long time and is highly contagious through contact meaning these four puppies are at risk of contracting it from a surface.

How Long Can Parvo Last in the Environment?

The parvo virus can live on any surface for weeks to months, and it is easy for people to unwittingly spread parvo virus.
Dogs can get throat infections like strep throat, but not from a human.

Can Dogs Get Strep Throat from a Human?

Human strep throat is usually caused by Group A Streptococcus, while dogs are more susceptible to Group G Streptococcus.
Cute older dappled Dachshund With Paralyses Legs Eating Pet Food At The Kitchen And Looking At Camera.

Kidney Diet for Dogs

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) allows waste products and toxins to build up in the body as kidney function decreases. Diet can help mitigate symptoms and slow the progression of the disease.
Little cute puppies papillon on green grass

Pyometra in Dogs

Pyometra in dogs is a life threatening infection of a dog's uterus, most often in un-spayed dogs. It can rarely occur in spayed dogs too.
Communal water bowls are one the most common ways for dog papillomas to spread.

Dog Papillomas: Viral Warts

Viral dog papillomas are contagious from dog to dog. With the dawn of dog parks and doggy day care veterinarians are seeing more cases of viral dog papillomas, especially oral papillomas in dogs.
Small yellow dog laying down in his bed with star pattern

How Does a Dog Get Pneumonia?

Pneumonia is inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by infection, resulting in the accumulation of fluid in the air sacs (alveoli) of the lungs.
A man offers a Boston terrier a tasty treat while the dog avoids looking at the food.

Dog Sniffing Food But Not Eating

If your dog normally has a good appetite, but suddenly stops eating his food, you should be concerned. However, if your dog is always a picky, slow eater, and he goes on strike for a meal or two, there is usually nothing urgent to be worried about.

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Is That Dog Fortunate or Tragic?

What about the dogs who accompany unhoused people? Some may see dogs in rough conditions. Others may see dogs who are seemingly completely content to be with their owners 24/7.