Introduction It is a sound every dog owner knows too well, the rhythmic, forceful heaving in the middle of the night. You turn on the lights to find a …
The first time I observed dry skin on my dog, Luna, I still recall. She continued to scratch behind her ears – not the amusing kind but the restless, …
Many people groom their dogs, but forget about the ears. Dirty ears can cause infections, pain, or a bad smell that makes your dog uncomfortable. In this write-up, you’ll …
My Golden Retriever once spent an entire evening scratching at her side, rolling on the rug, and looking at me with eyes full of frustration. It wasn’t just noise …
When Your Dog’s Back is Hurting: Causes and Treatment of Intervertebral Disc Disease Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) is a painful and potentially serious spinal condition that affects many dogs, …
Ascites in Dogs: Why Your Dog’s Belly Might Be Swollen Ascites is a condition where fluid piles up in a dog’s abdomen. It is also called abdominal effusion and …
Dog Paw Burns: Causes, Symptoms, and How to Treat Them The first step to treating burned paws is to rinse with cool (not cold) water as soon as possible …
Facial swelling in dogs can be alarming, and for good reason. It’s often a sign that something deeper is going on, and knowing how to respond quickly can protect …
Spectra 5 Shots: A 5-Way Vaccine for Dogs What is Spectra 5? Spectra 5 is a vaccine that protects your dog from getting sick. This shot guards against five …
As a pet owner, I must understand my beloved dog, because she can’t tell me what’s wrong. I want to do the same for her, like we care for …
Dogs often get pink or red bumps in their eye corners. Vets call this condition cherry eye. It happens to many dogs of different breeds. The issue looks scarier …
Keeping up with your dog’s vaccination schedule can feel overwhelming. Every few months, another shot seems due, and remembering which vaccines are essential versus optional adds another layer of …
Each pet owner places dog health at the top of their Priorities. Protecting your pup’s health requires the implementation of vaccinations. Vaccination protects dogs from dangerous illnesses which could …
Understanding Urinary Health in Dogs You probably know how torturous the pain can be if you have ever seen someone dear to you suffer from kidney stones. What if …
When it comes to our dogs, we want nothing but the best, especially when it involves their health. One area that’s often overlooked is gut health, but it’s just …
As a pet parent, it is very important to know about your dog’s anal glands. In the case of some parents, anal glands can become quite problematic. This is …
