Babesiosis in Dogs
Babesiosis in dogs is a tickborne disease that attacks red blood cells over time gradually causing anemia. The disease is seen worldwide, and the infection is carried for a lifetime.
Why Your Dog is Licking Their Back Near the Tail
If your dog keeps licking their back near the tail it indicates discomfort due to allergies, fleas, hot spots or other issue to investigate.
Cerenia for Dogs
Cerenia is a wonder drug for vomiting in dogs that blocks a neurotransmitter in the brain that triggers the vomiting reflex. You should never use Cerenia without consulting your veterinarian first. There are times when the ability to vomit can be lifesaving for dogs.
Are Ticks Active in Winter?
It’s natural to wonder, are ticks active in winter? While ticks are typically less active once the temperatures begin to drop, there is still...
Leptospirosis in Dogs
Dogs with leptospirosis will have a decreased appetite, fever, and low energy level. Prevention through the use of the leptospirosis vaccine is important to ensure your dogs health.
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in Dogs
Rocky Mountain spotted fever can cause blood vessel wall damage leading to small hemorrhages in a dog's eyes and gums. It can also cause organ damage.
Can Dogs Get Pink Eye?
Technically yes, dogs can get pinkeye from humans, but it’s rare. Most of the causes of conjunctivitis are not contagious even within the same species.
Why Is My Dog Losing Weight?
Environmental issues can cause a dog to stop eating and be easily fixed. Dental or medical issues can also cause weight loss and need professional assistance to resolve.
The Lyme Vaccine for Dogs
Dogs who show signs of an acute Lyme infection may experience fever, shifting leg lameness, swollen joints, enlarged lymph nodes, lethargy, depression, and loss of appetite.
Braces for Dogs with a Torn ACL
The signs of an acute ACL rupture are quite classic. Usually, the dog is running and playing and suddenly gives a yelp and becomes completely non-weight bearing on a hind leg. You may wonder if you can use an ACL dog brace and give your dog reasonable comfort and care.
Dramamine for Dogs
Dramamine, a brand name for the drug dimenhydrinate, is an antihistamine. Dramamine for dogs is used off-label for vestibular problems, including dog motion sickness and...
Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) in Dogs
Causes of osteochondritis dissecans are plentiful. Diet and genetics are a factor, and combine these with high energy puppy play and the stage is set for development of ocd later in life.