Some musculoskeletal disorders are genetic, some occur through injury, while others usually appear in older pets. You will find more in-depth descriptions of these disorders in the index. Hip Dysplasia is the malformation of the hip joint. It occurs mainly in large breed dogs and is usually genetic. Arthritis is inflammation of the joints. It […]
Reverse sneezing is more common in dogs, rare in cats. It’s not really a sneeze. With a normal sneeze, air is exhaled through the nose. A reverse sneeze is a noisy sound like snorting and air is sucked back through the nose. The dog appears to be in respiratory distress and although it may be […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Group: Sighthound Height: 17-24 in. Weight: 30-44 lbs. Life span: 12-14 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes, with supervision Good with other pets: yes, with supervision What is the origin of the Carolina Dog? The Carolina Dog comes from the swamps and bottomlands of South Carolina and […]
