Yeast are organisms that commonly live on a dog's skin, in his ears, and in the anal glands (see Reference 1). Yeast, in small amounts, can be dealt with easily by the dog's body. However, if the dog's health is even slightly compromised, as in the case of immune deficiency, the yeast can mass-pro

Since your dog can't talk, you'll need to watch her carefully for signs of illness. Spotting the symptoms early not only reduces the suffering she endures but may also dramatically affect the outcome of her treatment, while reducing your veterinary bill.

Dementia is common in canines as they begin to age. When you think of dementia in humans, you typically think of symptoms such as memory loss. Canine symptoms aren’t much different and they begin to forget basic functions, like where its appropriate to go to the bathroom. Here’s how to

When a dog catches a cold, the symptoms mirror those of the human illness; however, the bugs involved are quite different. In canines, a runny nose, coughing and sneezing come exclusively from an upper respiratory infection that can be bacterial, viral or fungal, according to Natural Pet Health. The

Colitis in dogs is an inflammation of the intestinal tract, mainly affecting the large intestine (bowel or colon). It can result from a variety of causes. Acute colitis, somewhat common in dogs, has a sudden onset and may only last a short time, while chronic colitis is long-term with reoccurring sy

Have you ever wondered what happens to all of those free kittens and puppies in boxes outside of stores or by a truck, curbside? In this piece, guest author Jim Willis hypothetically explores what happened to a litter of "free kittens" and what it finally meant to be "free".

Firework noise is a problem for many pets. A question not often asked is: What happens if a pet eats a firework? Turns out, this is a potentially serious problem, too.

Eye infections in dogs are a common ailment, especially in breeds with excess facial hair. Regular inspections and grooming of a dog will make the owner aware of changes to the eye area. Dogs are known for displaying mannerisms as a sign a problem exists, which includes pawing at the face and eyes i

The canine H3N8 virus, also called Canine Influenza Virus (CIV), is a relatively new influenza virus in dogs.

Since the late 1980s, when the media reported the case of a woman claiming a dog alerted her before she had seizures, the subject of seizure-alert dogs has garnered both public and scientific attention. While dogs cannot sense epilepsy as a disease, some canines have demonstrated the ability to sens

Heart failure is a condition in which the canine heart is no longer able to pump adequate levels of blood to the rest of the body. It can be a devastating diagnosis for any dog owner to receive. Owners of senior dogs or owners of dogs of any age should understand the symptoms, prognosis and life exp

Giardia is a one-celled protozoan parasite that lives in the intestinal tract of many animals. When this parasite produces a diarrheal diease in animals, it is called Giardiasis. Learn about this parasite, how it is transmitted, signs of disease, and how it is diagnosed and treated in this FAQ.

When you bring your puppy home, the first thing you think about probably isn't vaccinations. But making sure your dogs gets its necessary shots is a big part of being a responsible pet owner. Dogs need several vaccinations when they are puppies and then regular boosters after they become adults. The

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Although pet owners work hard to ensure their dog remains healthy and active throughout its life, it is impossible to prevent every illness that comes your pet's way. Because of its natural desire to survive, dogs are good at hiding their illnesses. Pet owners who are knowledgeable about the signs a

Dog owners should know the signs of Cushing's disease.dog (boxer) image by inacio pires from Fotolia.comHumans and dogs can both be affected by Cushing's disease. This disease is caused when there is an overproduction of glucocorticoid within the adrenal gland, which is controlled by the...

If your pooch has been diagnosed with a urinary tract infection, your vet likely recommended medications for him. However, you may prefer natural remedies to powerful chemicals. If that's the case, a natural treatment for urinary tract infection (UTI) may be your preferred method of treatment.

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