Osteochondritis Dissecans in Dogs

Osteochondritis Dissecans in Dogs

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There are many illnesses and disorders that dogs can develop throughout their lifetimes. Some are easy to take care of, such as a basic cold or fleas. But others are a little more mysterious to owners. If your dog was … Continue reading

Lick Granuloma in Dogs

Lick Granuloma in Dogs

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If your dog has been diagnosed with lick granuloma, chances are it started off being more of an annoyance than anything. Your dog had a sore, and wouldn’t stop licking it. You tried ointments, you tried wrapping it up, and … Continue reading

Iris Cyst in Dogs

Iris Cyst in Dogs

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As dog lovers, we want our furry pals to share our worlds with us. We bring them on trips, we take them for walks, we show them all the things and places that we love the most. And while we … Continue reading

Demodicosis in Dogs

Demodicosis in Dogs

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If you’ve never heard the term demodicosis, you probably know this condition by its more common name: mange. Mange is something that is usually associated with stray dogs, or dogs that are mistreated in abusive homes. They often present as … Continue reading

Brucellosis in Dogs

Brucellosis in Dogs

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While many animal lovers think of brucellosis as a disease that cattle get and can pass to humans through milk, dogs can also be affected by this bacterial infection. There is a lot of misunderstanding about this disease. This guide … Continue reading

Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca in Dogs

Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca in Dogs

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Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, also called dry eye syndrome, is a condition that many dogs can develop. It’s more common than most pet owners realize, and while it doesn’t sound like it could be all that dangerous, dry eye syndrome can actually … Continue reading

Mastocytoma in Dogs

Mastocytoma in Dogs

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If a dog has been diagnosed with mastocytoma, it means that they have a cancerous nodule or accumulation of mast cells. This is very similar to a tumor, but mast cells are cells that come from the body. An accumulation … Continue reading

Leptospirosis in Dogs

Leptospirosis in Dogs

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Since ancient times, dogs have been contracting all sorts of illnesses from drinking water, eating dead things, and just, in general, being dogs. One of those is canine leptospirosis or “lepto” to the veterinary community. Lepto is a bacterium that … Continue reading

Hookworm Infection in Dogs

Hookworm Infection in Dogs

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There are many kinds of internal parasites that a dog can catch throughout their lifetime. Unfortunately, being drawn to eating grass, checking out dead things, or lapping up some stagnant sources of water outdoors can lead to a variety of … Continue reading

Hemangiosarcoma in Dogs

Hemangiosarcoma in Dogs

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Many first-time dog owners don’t realize that dogs are just as susceptible to disease and illness as people can be. In fact, many are shocked to discover that dogs can get the flu, get colds, have allergies, and be diagnosed … Continue reading