Health

Knowing how to identify tick bites, and properly treat them is an important part of caring for your dog and preventing tick transmitted diseases and other health issues.

You would think by now I’d have learned my lesson and stopped telling people that their dogs are overweight. After all, I nearly lost...

Probiotics (“friendly” or beneficial microorganisms) are everywhere these days – in all kinds of foods and supplements designed for humans and dogs. People used...

In a nutshell, if your dog is squinting, blinking, pawing or rubbing at the eyes, or if you see an excessive or bloody discharge, or if just one eye is affected with symptoms like these, your dog may have an eye injury, infection, or damage that needs a veterinarian’s expertise.

Amantadine is a medication that was initially used as an antiviral agent in humans, but it is gaining popularity for its contribution to chronic...

Diarrhea may be a messy topic, but it’s an unfortunate part of life for humans and dogs alike. Thankfully there are some simple steps...

Vomiting is one of the most common reasons that dogs are brought to the vet. That’s probably because there are hundreds of things that...

The rattlesnake vaccine for dogs is controversial. It doesn't render dogs immune but minimizes tissue damage.

How often your dog should be seen by your veterinarian, and what sort of routine screening diagnostics should be conducted, are highly dependent on...

With the exception of dog breeders, many dog owners will have little experience with pregnancy in dogs. It may surprise you to learn that,...

Stomach bloat is something that every dog owner should be aware of. Knowing the early signs of bloating in dogs and the best ways...

Maintaining a healthy home is in everyone’s best interests. Here are simple steps that can lead to a healthier home environment for you, your...