When the eyelids roll inward, it can lead to painful ulcers on the cornea. This happened to Balder, but luckily there is a gentle solution for growing puppies.
Eye inflammation in dogs can be dangerous and irritating as a dog's eyes are sensitive organs – and eye problems such as an eye inflammation or an eye infection are incredibly unpleasant to deal with. Mild irritation – such as red eyes or watery eyes…
Fever in dogs is one of the most common indicators that your four-legged friend is not feeling well. With a fever – or hyperthermia as it is also called – the dog will have a higher body temperature than normal. This is because…
Canine uterine inflammation – also known as pyometra – is one of the most common ailments among female dogs. This condition occurs during a specific phase of the female dog’s hormonal cycle – and the inflammation is most common in older female dogs. Read on for…
It is not uncommon for dogs to scratch their ears. Just like us humans, your dog may sometimes experience itching in various places on their body. This can be completely normal and harmless – but if…
There are many different types of scabies – but when we talk about scabies on dogs – it is usually fox scabies (Sarcoptes scabiei var. vulpes) that is involved. If your dog has scabies – they will experience intense itching that will cause both…
All dogs can get nose mites – regardless of age or breed. Nose mites thrive in a dog's nose and sinuses and are harmless. However, the small parasite can cause annoying symptoms such as sneezing and a runny nose. Does your dog have nose mites…
Occasionally, dogs can show mild symptoms of upper respiratory infections. Just like humans, symptoms such as a slight cough or runny nose and sneezing are often accompanied. But what could be the real cause if your dog…
"My dog eats a lot of strange things!" Do you have a dog that thinks everything inedible is a delicacy? Dogs are curious animals and explore their surroundings with their nose and mouth. Just like small children put sand in their mouths when they…
Dog that limps Do you have a dog that limps? It is not uncommon for dog owners to experience that their dog starts to limp. Reasons why a dog limps are often because something is hurting, but it can also be…