Heart disease in dogs can be caused by genetic defects (sub-aortic stenosis, mitral valve defects, septal defects etc.) or by heartworm infection, cardiomyopathy – enlargement of the heart – and poor nutrition (lack of certain nutrients). Older dogs are most likely to be affected by heart disease. If your dog has problems with the spleen […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Ireland Group: Terrier Height: 18 in. Weight: 25-27 lbs. Life span: 12-14 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes Good with other pets: can be dog aggressive, may chase cats & other small animals What is the origin of the Irish Terrier? Irish farmers wanted an intelligent dog that could […]
Hoof abscesses seem to come on suddenly, although that’s not really the case. You are out riding and without warning your horse is lame. While there could be a number of reasons, a hoof abscess is a strong possibility. An abscess is described as a tender area surrounded by pink to red tissue. The center […]
