What is toxoplasmosis? Toxoplasmosis is an infection that is more common in cats, but that can, however, infect dogs and humans as well. This infection produces a variety of symptoms in dogs and cats that include muscle and neural conditions. The…

Canine Distemper in Dogs – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Canine distemper in dogs is a serious, viral, and contagious sickness that knows no cure. This disease tends to affect non-vaccinate puppies and non-immunized older dogs. It is not exclusiv…

Ticks in dogs – What can they cause to your dog and how to prevent it Ticks are parasites that can be found everywhere. They are usually found in forests, woods, and grassy areas. Ticks in dogs are very common but the amount and how often ticks in…

Dog disease: Scabies in dogs Symptoms and Treatment Scabies in dogs, also known as canine scabies (to distinguish it from human scabies), or sarcoptic mange, is a non-seasonal skin disease caused by a mite called Sarcoptes scabiei. The condition i…

Leptospirosis in Dogs – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Leptospirosis in dogs is an infectious disease caused by bacterial spirochetes, which are acquired by the dog when he gets infected with Leptospira bacteria. These bacteria are found everywher…

What is the stable fly? The Stable fly (Stomoxys calcitrans) is an insect which, unlike the majority of members of his family, bites and drinks the blood of their victims. These insects usually bite cattle and horses. If these animals are not avai…

Pyometra in Dogs Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Pyometra in dogs is an infection of the uterus. It is a life-threatening disease, common in older female spayed dogs. It can also occur in female dogs that have not been spayed at any age. The diseas…

What is rheumatism in dogs? Rheumatism in dogs is a disease that is usually mistaken for arthritis. It is a degenerative disease that affects the joints and surrounding cartilage. Being a degenerative condition, it is progressive and will only wor…

What is senile dementia? Senile dementia in dogs or cognitive dysfunction syndrome is a degenerative disease that has no cure. However, you can take measures to improve your pet’s life quality. Senile dementia is related to brain age and the sympt…

Meningitis in Dogs – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment A lining of layers, known as meninges, protects a dog’s central nervous system, just like in humans. The condition known as meningitis happens when there is an inflammation of the meninges. Menin…

Taenia Tapeworms in Dogs – What are they and what do they cause Taenia is a genus to which more than 100 species of tapeworms belong. They not only affect dogs, but cats, cattle, pigs, and sheep as well. Taenia tapeworms in dogs are acquired throu…

Colds in Dogs – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Just like people, dogs can also catch colds. Colds in dogs are usually caused by respiratory infections. As a responsible pet owner, whenever you detect cold in your dog, you treat it in such a way th…

Periodontal Disease in Dogs – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Periodontal disease in dogs is the most common clinical condition in dogs and cats. This is a silent condition characterized by an inflammation of the supporting structures of the teeth …

Dog disease: Cancer in dogs Symptoms and Treatment Cancer in dogs has become very common in at least 50% of dogs aged above 10 years. However, cancers are curable if they are detected on time. This is why it is very important for you to keep up wi…