Dog Diseases

Lymphedemia

Lymphedemia is a swelling due to improper drainage of the lymph system. German Shorthaired Pointers, poodles, Labrador retrievers and Old English Sheepdogs are prone to this disease. Symptoms Swelling of the legs that typically starts at the foot and advances toward the body. This most commonly happens in the hind legs. Swelling of the chest,abdomen, […]

Dog Diseases

Diabetes in Dogs

Diabetes occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin. Signs of a diabetic dog are increased urination, extreme thirst, hunger, constant tiredness and weight loss. If your dog is showing any of these signs, a veterinary examination is necessary, Your vet may suggest blood and urine tests. If the tests are positive, your dog […]

Dog Diseases

Chondrodysplasia

Chondrodysplasia is a genetic deformation disorder which can result in crippling deformities in dogs. Sometimes mislabeled as “dwarfism”, this condition is actually presented as abnormally short and deformed limbs. In some breeds, such as dachshund and basset hound, these leg formations are “normal.” Alaskan Malamutes and Havanese seem to have a higher incidence of this […]

Dog Diseases

Copper Toxicosis

Copper Toxicosis occurs due to excess accumulating of copper in the liver, resulting in chronic hepatitus. If not treated properly , the affected dog can die because too much copper in the body may be toxic. Failure in excretion mechanism may result in accumulation of toxins such as copper in the liver . And this […]

Dog Diseases

Renal Dysplasia

Renal Dysplasia is a very serious disease caused due to abnormal development and function of the kidneys. There is currently no cure for this disease and is said to affect puppies and young dogs . What are the symptoms for this disease ? The early symptoms include excessive thirst and frequent urination, appetite and weight loss […]

Dog Diseases

Eye Problems in Dogs

Third Eyelid – If your dog’s third eyelid is visible and protrudes or there is a red lump in the inner corner of the eyes, consult your vet at once. Entropion – the eyelid turns inward with lashes causing severe irritation to the eye. The Pointer, German Shorthaired Pointer, Clumber Spaniel, Anatolian Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, […]