Common Dog Health Issues covers a wide spectrum of topics that don’t easily fit into other categories.
You’ll find a wide variety of posts in this category that talk about various conditions, first aid, cpr, and even some more pleasant topics like how to start dog daycares and the best toys and treats to spoil your dog.
This category will bring you information on how to keep your dog happy and healthy long before there are any signs of illness. Important things to do for puppy’s first night home, safety features your house should have, and the basic needs of your dog are all discussed in this category.
Calming music for dogs is a new concept to me that I find intriguing. Think about it: Music affects people in a number of ways. When I hear a song that was popular in my teens, I’m immediately brought back to that place. Certain songs can literally lift me out of the blues, or center …
Nail trims. Words that strike fear into many owners (and dogs)! Why does it have to be so hard? It doesn’t. In this article, we will go over how to trim your dog’s nails, and some other helpful hints for getting this chore taken care of. Nail trims may not be fun, but they don’t …
This is one of those questions that catches me by surprise every time someone asks it…worse, it completely floors me on the rare occasion where a client in an exam room states it like a known fact. Are dog’s mouths cleaner than human’s? Please read my privacy policy and disclaimerThis post may contain affiliate links. …
Let’s talk tummies! One question that we get a lot is “why is my dog’s stomach making noises?” There can be a lot of reasons for a noisy belly, and the great news is that most of the time, the noises are normal! That said, sometimes belly sounds can be the first sign that there …
Cushing’s disease in dogs is a condition where the adrenal glands overproduce certain hormones. The adrenal glands regulate things like cortisol which is necessary to maintain life. A dog with Cushing’s disease could present with malignant (cancerous) or benign (non-cancerous) adrenal tumors. As you might guess, the malignant form of the disease presents the worst …
