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Skin Problems in Dogs
Eczema – wet eczema is raw and may have pus around the edges. Dry exzema usually appears on dog’s belly and inside of hind legs. If , with a sulphur-based ointment applied twice daily, there is no improvement, call your vet. Ringworm – spreading bare circular patches, highly contagious to humans as well. Consult your […]
Parainfluenza
Parainfluenza is a contagious viral disease affecting the respiratory tract. Dogs infected with the mild form can have a nasal discharge and either a moist cough or a dry cough which is similar to Bordetella (Kennel Cough). The Parainfluenza virus is part of the trio that make up Kennel Cough. The other two are adenovirus […]
Diskospondylitis
Diskospndylitis (discospondylitis, vertebral osteomyelitis), not to be confused with diskospondylosis which is a degeneration of the spinal column from any cause, is usually seen in middle-aged and older dogs and is the most common cause of back pain. While diskospondylitis (DS) is usually seen in large and giant male dogs, especially German Shepherd Dogs and […]