There are times when we expect our dogs to breath heavily or pant excessively. As pet parents, we understand that things like exercise and hot weather can trigger this kind of reaction. But what if it’s something more serious? The most common reasons for heavy breathing in dogs are related to exercise, over-excitement, anxiety, and …
by: Susana Johnson, CVT Our dogs are faithful companions and we love them like family. So when we notice unusual behavior we might suspect that something is wrong. If your dog has been urinating more often, licking the vulva area frequently, or scooting across the floor, she may have vaginitis. Vaginitis can occur in puppies …
written by: Dr. Haris Raza, BSc., DVM, Pets Practitioner & Consultant Although it’s not pleasant, clogged anal glands can lead to serious infection and must be treated. One of the first signs of a blocked anal gland is seeing your dog scoot his/her bum across the floor or yard. If your dog has an occasional …
In laymen’s terms, masticatory muscle myositis (MMM) in dogs is a painful inflammatory disorder that only affects the muscles responsible for chewing. This inflammation causes a painful and serious condition in which the dog cannot open his mouth wide enough to eat properly. Progression of the disease will lead to severe muscle atrophy. The breeds …
