Dogs
Anemia in a dog: symptoms and treatment
This condition occurs when there are not enough red blood cells circulating in the blood to maintain normal bodily functions. A sign of anemia in dogs can be fatigue associated with lack of…
Anterior cruciate ligament rupture in a dog and anterior cruciate ligament injury: how to treat
Anatomically, an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear in dogs is similar to a human injury in which the anterior cruciate ligament of the knee loses its integrity. In pets, this condition is called…
Tapeworms in dogs: how to find and get rid of them
Finding tapeworms in dog feces will not bring joy to any owner. Fortunately, parasites are not as dangerous as you might think, but their appearance is very unpleasant and raises a lot of…
Mycoplasmosis in dogs: symptoms and treatment
Mycoplasmosis in dogs is an infectious disease caused by Mycoplasma cynos, the Mollicutes class. These microscopic prokaryotes, no larger than 0,3 microns in size, affect the mucous membranes of various organs. How do…
Ringworm in Dogs: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Red ring-shaped skin lesions are the main and most recognizable sign of ringworm in both dogs and humans. However, ringworm in dogs is not always manifested by foci that resemble rings. It is…
What vaccinations should a puppy get?
The number of vaccinations a puppy needs at an early age can overwhelm any owner. In addition, many are interested in exactly what vaccinations pets need and why. Vaccination protects your dog from…
Megaesophagus in Dogs: Symptoms, Treatment and Control
The sight of a dog eating upright in a special high chair may seem strange to the untrained eye, but owners of dogs with megaesophagus syndrome know that this is not just a…
Lyme Disease in Dogs: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention
A natural aversion to arachnids and insects is one of humans’ natural defense mechanisms against the many diseases they can transmit to humans or pets. How to remove a tick from a dog,…
Laser Therapy for Dogs: When It Can Help
Laser therapy, sometimes referred to as cold laser therapy, has been available to treat people for decades. And only in recent years it has begun to be used for dogs. But what is…
Paralysis of the larynx in dogs: symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
If your dog has been barking strangely lately, is coughing more, or is having trouble eating, see a specialist. Perhaps the veterinarian will diagnose her with paralysis of the larynx. What is paralysis…