Archive for Dog Diseases
Is your dog Depressed?
Posted by: | CommentsDepression is defined as a mental state characterized by a pessimistic sense of inadequacy and a despondent lack of activity. Although we know that varying states of depression exists often in humans; are doggie friends too experience depression.
CAUSES
Depression for them is caused by many of the same things it is for us. Such as: a sudden death, or other disappearance, of a valued dog or human companion. It… Continue reading
Common dog Diseases
Posted by: | CommentsDog Diseases Defined
- Brucellosis, caused by the bacterium Brucella canis, involving watery or bloody diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, abortion of fetuses, early death of offspring.
- Distemper, caused by the canine distemper virus (CDV), involving fever, loss of appetite, watery eyes, vomiting, diarrhea, breathing difficulties.
- Leptospirosis, caused by Leptospira bacteria, involving high fever, shivering, muscle tenderness, excessive vomiting, dehydration
Narcolepsy In Dogs – Rusty
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Narcolepsy in Dogs
A Few Facts:
- -Narcolepsy is an extremely rare disorder which results in spontaneous urges to sleep
- -Sleep attacks are prone to last a few seconds to several minutes and are harmless to the dog
- -It is hereditary and usually appears by the age of two
- -More common in purebreds such as Doberman pinchers, Poodles, Dachshunds and Labrador retrievers
Sick Dog Symptoms – When To Take Your Dog To The Vet
Posted by: | CommentsTo many animal lovers, a beloved dog is just like a member of the family. Unfortunately, unlike other members of the family, when dogs get sick they can’t speak to explain to us how they’re feeling. Instead, it’s up to the responsible dog owner to pay attention to their dog’s health, and know how to recognize sick dog symptoms of illness.
Another symptom of a sick dog is that Continue reading
Patellar Luxation in Dogs
Posted by: | CommentsDog Health Issues – Description of Patellar Luxation
The word Luxation originates from the Latin word luxare meaning to dislocate. The dislocation can relate to any anatomical part such as a bone at a joint or the lens of the eye. The two most common problems relating to dogs are Patellar Luxation where the patella, or kneecap, luxates, or pops out of place. The Patellar, or kneecap, is a thick Continue reading