Fight Disease is a category designed to cover all aspect of disease that dogs are prone to.
Horner’s Disease, Cushing’s Disease, diabetes, heart conditions, and mesoesophagus are all types of disease found in dogs. This category includes posts like Horner’s Syndrome in Dogs and is designed to educate on various signs and symptoms to watch for
Diseases in dogs are often a result of age, obesity, poor nutrition, and genetic factors. The posts here will offer you all the possibilities including treatment options.
Von Willebrand’s Disease in dogs is a blood clotting disorder that falls under the broader term of hemophilia. It was first discovered in 1926 (nearly a hundred years ago) by Erik von Willebrand. Von Willebrand disease in dogs is caused by a blood plasma protein known as Von Willebrand factor (vWF) that is either lacking …
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Parvo shots in dogs should be as mandatory as the rabies vaccine. Why? Because Parvo is a deadly disease that spreads silently, infecting dogs long before any signs of the disease appear. Puppies are especially vulnerable to parvovirus. If a puppy survives the first four days (after hospital admission and treatment), there’s a reasonable chance …
Histiocytoma in dogs are benign, meaning non-cancerous. They usually occur in dogs under 2 years of age and affect certain breeds including Bull Terriers, Boston Terriers, and Boxers, to name a few. Unlike its cousin the mast cell tumor, histiocytomas are more of a nuisance than a danger. I created the following list as an …
Horner’s syndrome in dogs is alarming to see because it mimics the signs of a stroke or seizure. In reality, Horner’s Syndrome is a common neurological disorder of the eye. It happens suddenly and includes a droopy eyelid (affected side), constricted pupil, and an eye socket that looks sunken. You might also notice head tilting, …
Leptospirosis in dogs is caused by the spirochete bacteria. This bacteria infects dogs and humans. If not diagnosed early, the prognosis is dire. Warmer weather means swimming, camping, hiking, and biking. Tropical or subtropical climates present an increased risk of infection and disease from waterborne pathogens. Studies show a global increase in cases of canine …