Dog Diseases

Bringing a new puppy or dog into your house and making them a part of the family entails lots of new adventures for you and the pet. Some dogs will eat anything in site when they arrive at a new place, at times like these it becomes the pet owners responsibility to provide a safe […]

Maybe it was planned, or maybe she got out or her mystery man got in at just the wrong time. But from the swelling of her belly, it’s clear that your dog is expecting. Dogs have been having litters of pups without any help from us for a very long time now, so you can

You will be calling on the advice and care of the experts from time to time, but the good health of your dog starts with you. If fact, your home health care – everything from popping a heart-worm pill into her mouth once a month to giving her a regular checkup – is crucial to

It’s easy not to worry about a dog being a few pounds over her optimum weight – until you realize that a 25 – pound Dachshund is like a 160 – pound man ballooning to 220 pounds. And while some dogs don’t know when to stop, other turns up their noses at all your offerings.

It starts with you noticing little changes in your pet. It’s subtle, but you know him so well, you’re sure something’s going on. When he gets up from his nap, his joints seem a little bit stiffer. You go for your daily walk in the park and it’s clear he’s not going to win any

Breed :      Not Akc Recognized Weight:     Male: 77-99; Female: 66-88 lbs Height:      Male: 24; Female: 22.5 inches Color(s):   Black, tan, white, gray. May be solid or a blending of the colors. Illyrian Sheepdog Breed Information: Illyrian Sheepdog is better known as Saplaninac and may also be referred to as Yugoslav Shepherd or Illyrian Shepherd

By Dr. Ellen Friedman For the Times Herald-Record “We think your dog might have cancer.” This is one of the most frightening sentences a pet owner can hear. While we hope your companion is never afflicted by this terrible situation, it is important to have some basic understanding of what a possible diagnosis of lymphoma

Any dog who comes from a caring breeder should, with regular healthcare, lead a long and healthy vet-free life. You can prevent many common health disorders occurring, or nip them in the bud by examining your dog on a regular basis. When to do it: A good time to examine your dog is during a

From Tampa Bay Online Pets are a lot like people, when you think in terms of social, emotional and health-care needs. Pets enjoy company; they express worry and happiness; and they require routine doctor’s visits. Being aware of necessary wellness and medical exams, vaccines and preventative care can go a long way in keeping your