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Like what other responsible fur-parents do, you look for the best treatment and care that your furry friends can get when they get sick. You search every corner of the city just to find the right vet that you’re looking for. Choosing a local veterinary clinic is not as simple as it may seem. You … Read more
If you were to define canine health as being at a generally lower risk for genetic disease, then mixed breed dogs would probably be healthier. They also tend to live longer than purebreds. The reason for this lies in gene pools and the mechanics of genetics. By definition, a purebred dog has purebred parents. This … Read more
All dogs can suffer from various illnesses, physical health problems, and diseases. However, some dogs suffer more than others. If you have one of these breeds of dogs that are at high risk for health problems, you should be prepared for higher vet bills too. The following dogs and their multiple health risks are ones … Read more
Like humans, dogs have four-chambered hearts with a general structure also similar to that of humans. Some breeds are more prone to heart disease than others, but any dog can get this condition. There is some recent evidence that diet may be a factor in the development of canine heart disease. Specifically, this refers to … Read more
When it comes to longevity, the single most critical factor is the dog’s size. Smaller breeds tend to live significantly longer than larger ones. A Great Dane is considered quite old by age eight, but a toy poodle could live to be sixteen and even much longer. In contrast, few Great Danes and other giant … Read more
Cancer is a health condition in which cells grow out of control and no longer perform the functions necessary for life. These cells can form solid tumors that press on other organs, causing pain and malfunction. Cancers can metastasize, meaning that the original cancerous cells can travel to nearby and distant parts of the body … Read more
Canine degenerative myelopathy, DM, is a progressive condition that causes a decline of spinal function over time. It’s most commonly found in dogs eight years and older. It may begin with difficulties in walking, especially in the hind legs. It can rapidly progress to total paralysis of the hindquarters and can also affect the forelimbs. … Read more
Congenital deafness in dogs is more prevalent in certain breeds and is linked to coat color. Congenital means that a health condition is present at birth and not acquired as a result of something else. There are four main types of canine coat colors associated with deafness: Piebald Merle Roan White Dr. Stanley Coren reports … Read more
If you have a dog, chances are it has encountered wild animals before, whether it was in your yard, when you were going for a walk, or wherever else it may have been. While nature is generally a great place for pets to spend their time, there is some amount of danger lurking out there, … Read more
Whether you have just become a pet owner or have grown up with pets around you – the love and warmth a pet brings into your life are incomparable. Pets quickly carve a home in our hearts. From sloppy morning kisses to being neighed at from the stables – love comes in all shapes and … Read more