Mastitis in dogs is the inflammation of the mammary gland or glands that can occur in dogs shortly after giving birth. The inflammation can be sudden and severe, or it can be chronic and low-grade. […]
Warts on dogs are benign tumors of the skin caused by the papilloma virus; veterinarians refer to dog warts by the more formal terms “papilloma” or “viral papilloma”. With the exception of a small subgroup […]
When a complete urinalysis is performed, one of the potential findings is crystals in your dog’s urine, or crystalluria. Most of the time, crystalluria is a normal finding in a dog; only rarely does it […]
Most dogs will have a bowel movement at least once a day; many of them will have bowel movements that correspond to the number of meals they eat each day. A constipated dog will have […]
Lumps and bumps on your dogs skin can certainly be a cause for concern, but many are benign (not harmful) or are easily treated. However, malignant (cancerous) lumps and bumps can look very similar to […]
Your dog comes close or smooches you and you immediately want to run; you simply cannot withstand the bad breath. What should you do? We have you covered with tips on how to get rid […]
Why do my dogs back legs shake uncontrollably every now and then (or all the time)? Discussed are some of the most common causes of dog back legs shaking along with other symptoms such as […]
Acid reflux in dogs is a condition in which there is an entry of digestive enzymes and gastric acid into the esophagus from the stomach. The condition is uncomfortable and has the potential to be […]
Just like babies react to too much heat through the formation of heat rash on their skin, so do dogs. When subjected to excess heat, your beloved pooch may suffer some tiny red bumps that […]
Contact allergies, skin sensitivity, fleas and heat are among some of the causes of dog skin rash. This skin problem is most common during the summer as this is when the causative agents are at […]