Dog Health

There are many stories of dogs getting into and finishing off huge bags of kibble in one sitting. Actually, if it smells good to them, most dogs will eat anything that isn’t nailed down…and then they’ll chew on that. If the trash is within reach, a dog will dive into it like it’s the finest […]

Researchers at Sydney, Australia’s Kolling Institute have developed and tested a vaccine on 30 dogs with advanced melanoma, bone cancer and liver cancer. So far the results have been positive, slowing the growth of the original tumors and helping to prevent others from occurring. Dr. Chris Weir, who developed the vaccine, used dogs because their […]

Would you feed your dog chicken feathers? Well, ground chicken feather meal is being touted as the new protein source for pet foods. Chicken feathers have been hydrolyzed, that is broken down by a chemical reaction to water. They are then used in dog food. Granted, in the wild, dogs consume the whole animal, possibly […]

Unlike cats, dogs can manage a few days of not eating without suffering ill effects. The reason for not eating could be as simple as an upset stomach or a more serious condition. If your dog refuses to eat for more than 2 or 3 days, take him/her to the vet for a examination. Sometimes […]

Glucosamine/Chondroitin is widely becoming the supplement of choice as an aid to easing joint problems, particularly arthritis, in dogs. Dr. T.J. Dunn, writing for PetMD, says that although glucosamine/chondroitin won’t change abnormalities in bone structure, it does decrease inflammation and improves the body’s ability to repair and strengthen tissues. Now for Quanah’s story. I acquired […]

Mammary tumors are the most common type of tumor in unspayed female dogs. Fortunately most of these tumors have proven to be benign., the Although the latest research shows that early spaying may increase the risk of joint problems and other cancers, it is interesting to learn the effect on mammary tumors. A large percentage […]

In the wild, animals are not always successful in catching their food and may have to go hungry for a day or two. But our pets have become accustomed to regular daily meals. So when a pet is not eating much or not eating at all, it is cause for concern. If your pet refuses […]

As science continues to explore nutrition for dogs, owners continue wonder if they are feeding their best friend an optimum diet. They want to be certain they are doing everything in their power to keep their dogs well and healthy. So they naturally ask the question: What food should I feed my dog? To answer […]

Myofascial Pain Syndrome is the name given to chronic muscular pain. Myo (muscle) fascial (connective tissues surrounding muscles) pain occurs in humans as well as animals. Normally, fascia are flexible and bind structures together. But when the fascia tightens it puts pressure on the surrounding structures. Scar tissue forms in the muscles. Although difficult to […]

Dogs and cats can have the same or similar allergies as humans. They can be allergic to insect bites (I have one of those), molds, dust, pollen, food and so on. It isn’t only the flu we share – just as we can be allergic to pets, they can develop allergies to us. We humans […]