What Can I Give My Dog for Motion Sickness?
Dogs can take Dramamine for motion sickness, but a better option is an FDA-approved medication.
Can Meat Cause Kidney Failure?
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Canine Allergies and Your Dog’s Health
or anything else.üBonnie's sores healed when her owner noticed her eating fresh cleavers, and started giving the dog supplemental forms of the herb.
What is Shaker Syndrome in Dogs?
Despite its name, white dog shaker syndrome can affect dogs of any size and color. Once other causes for the tremors have been ruled...
Black Spot on Your Dog’s Tongue?
A black spot on a dog's tongue is usually nothing but pigmentation and is completely normal. It's only a cause for concern when these spots have an uneven texture, or are associated with foul odors and sores that you need to be concerned.
Ringworm in Dogs: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
Dogs can get ringworm from other dogs or from humans or any other animal that has an active infection.
What Causes Excessive Thirst and Urination in Dogs?
Excessive thirst and urination (polyuria/polydipsia or PU/PD in veterinary terms) is a common complaint in dogs. Sometimes the owner doesn’t perceive it as a...
Bloat in Dogs Is Deadly
Stomach bloat is something that every dog owner should be aware of. Knowing the early signs of bloating in dogs and the best ways...
Medical Marijuana for Dogs?
Would a dog benefit from using medical marijuana? Legally, they're not allowed to, but many believe it could relieve pain the same way it does for humans.
Using Glucosamine to Prevent Canine Osteoarthritis
In recent years, one nutritional supplement in particular has been embraced by competitive dog owners and veterinarians for its ability to meet that challenge. Glucosamine is the best known and most commonly used supplement for prevention of lameness due to osteoarthritis (a.k.a. degenerative joint disease) a disorder of the joints characterized by progressive deterioration of the articular cartilage.
Canine Glandular or Organ Therapy
The premise seems simple - if your dog has liver problems, feed him liver. What if it's a kidney, thyroid, or adrenal problem? Then feed kidney, thyroid, or adrenal tissue. This is, in its simplest form, glandular or organ therapy. The process has become much more refined over the years. Now your dog can experience the benefits of glandular therapy even when you can't find the raw glands or other organs to feed him. Now, glandulars (the common term for products containing animal cells even if they aren't from glands) are available in tablet, capsule, and liquid form, depending on the manufacturer.
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.















