Understanding the Basics of Pannus in Dogs
A condition that affects the cornea in your dog's eye, Pannius in dogs is a hereditary condition that progresses with age. Learn more about what pannus is.
Dog Disease
A complex subject like Dog Disease can often be confusing. More often than not, you can’t even pronounce the name of the illness, much less know anything about it. At PetGuide.com, we keep that in mind when we research this important topic, making sure to list symptoms, treatments and what you can expect with each medical condition and issue. Armed with knowledge, you’ll be able to make an informed decision about your dog’s health.
In the Dog Disease section, you will find everything you need to know about your dog’s health. We have articles on everything from periodontal disease to doggy STDs (yes, those do exist). You will find out all about breed-specific illnesses, hereditary conditions, and chronic health issues. Worried about parasite infections? Discover how to recognize the symptoms of mange, heartworm or whipworm infestations early on. Noticed some weird bumps and lumps on your dog’s skin? We’ve got you covered!
Having a sick dog or suspecting an illness is no light matter. That’s why we created the best resource on canine health issues. Whether you’re trying to find information on a specific disease or need to check out if your dog’s symptoms warrant a visit to the vet, you will find it all in our articles. For dog owners who like to stay in the loop with the newest medical studies by dog experts around the world, you’ll be happy to know we have the scoop on that, too!
PetGuide.com’s Dog Disease section is a one-stop guide for all the worried pet parents out there. If you’re suspecting your best friend is not feeling well or just need some reassurance while you wait for the scheduled visit to the pet, our blog is the place to be. Learn all about how to prevent and treat dog illnesses, and keep your pooch healthy and happy!
Toothy Trouble: Periodontal Disease in Dogs
Bad breath is the least of your worries when it comes to periodontal disease in dogs. Brush up on how to keep tooth and gum infections away from your dog.
Understanding Lyme Disease Symptoms in Dogs
Ticks are harbingers of disease and illness. During tick season, be on the lookout for these Lyme Disease symptoms in dogs.
Study: Dogs’ Immune Systems Leave Them Vulnerable As They Age
A recent study shows that a dog's immune system changes as they age, and much like humans, they may have less ability to deal with infection or stress.
Seeing Cross-Eyed: What is Strabismus in Dogs?
You've probably heard this condition called cross-eyed or walleyed. Strabismus in dogs affects certain breeds, but your vet may be able to correct it.
Gastritis in Dogs: Everything You Need to Know
A serious digestive issue, gastritis in dogs can be acute or chronic. Do you think that your dog suffers from these disease? Read on to find out more about gastritis.
Leptospirosis in Dogs
With the weather warming up, our dogs are in danger of picking up serious illnesses. Let's talk about Leptospirosis in dogs and how to prevent it.
What is Dermoid Sinus in Dogs?
An inherited condition, dermoid sinus can affect any dog breed. With symptoms that range from skin infections to nerve damage, here's what you need to know.
What Is Puppy Strangles?
Puppy strangles is a rare skin condition that affects mostly young dogs. Read on to learn more about this disease and how to treat it.
Warning: 6 Deadly Heartworm Myths
The truth about heartworm is out there - you just need to know the difference between fact and fiction. Here are 6 popular heartworm myths we dispel.
6 Types of Bacteria That Can Make Your Dog Sick
You never know when your dog can pick up an illness. These are the six most common types of bacteria that can make your dog sick.
All About Kidney Stones In Dogs
Kidney and bladder stones in dogs can be painful and even life-threatening if not properly treated. Let's go over the basics about kidney stones in dogs.
What Is Patellar Luxation In Dogs?
Patellar Luxation in dogs can be a pain in the knee - is your pooch at risk? Let's talk about go over the basics, its symptoms, and treatment options.
Let’s Talk About Pancreatitis In Dogs
A disease that's hard to digest, pancreatitis in dogs requires a total change in lifestyle and careful monitoring. What you can do and how to treat it.
Autism in Dogs: Myth or Reason for Concern?
It's no secret that we share a lot of similarities with our four-legged best friends. But what about mental illnesses? Can dogs have autism?
What is Pythiosis in Dogs?
Most dogs love to swim. But there are hidden dangers in the water, in the form of microscopic spores called pythiosis, that can harm your pooch.
What Are Achondroplastic Dogs?
Smaller sized dogs come with many compact benefits - but they also have a few problems that come with their tiny size - what are achondraplastic dogs?
What Do You Know About Whipworms In Dogs?
As one of the most common - and treatable - parasites that your pooch can pick up, here's what you need to know about whipworms in dogs.
Bordatella: Kennel Cough Symptoms And Treatments
Also referred to as Bordatella, this illness is not just a common cold. Be on the lookout for these kennel cough symptoms and know what to do about it.
What is Hemolytic Anemia in Dogs?
Although your immune system is supposed to protect you, it can sometimes have the opposite effect. That's what can happen if your dog has hemolytic anemia.
What You Don’t Know About Addison’s Disease In Dogs
Were going to go over Addisons Disease in dogs, so you can better understand it and help your dog live a normal, active life.
5 Heartworm Facts You Need To Know
April is Heartworm Awareness Month, and we wanted to start it off with these interesting and important heartworm facts that all pet parents should know.
What is Chronic Sesamoiditis in Dogs?
Big dogs are wonderful, but because of their size, often come with their own set of health problems. One of these issues is chronic sesamoiditis.
What is Canine Blastomycosis?
If you go out to the woods today, you may be in for a big surprise. Canine blastomycosis is a fungal infection your dog can pick up in the great outdoors.
What is Scotty Cramp?
Rare as they are, there are such things as breed-specific health problems. One such problem is Scotty Cramp, and affects Scottish Terriers.
What Is Hip Dysplasia In Dogs?
It’s hip to be square – learn the facts about hip dysplasia in dogs When it comes to keeping your dog healthy, there is only so much that you can…
What is Hemangiosarcoma in Dogs?
There are different kinds of canine cancers - one of the most serious is Hemangiosarcoma in dogs. But what breeds does it affect and how can it be treated?
Love Is In The Air, But So Are Canine STDs
Many pet owners are not even aware that dogs are able to get, carry and share Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs). Here's what you need to know.
Warning Signs: Heartworm Symptoms In Dogs
Do you know the warning signs? Pet parents need to know the heartworm symptoms in dogs in order to catch and treat this potentially fatal disease in time.
Parvo Cases On The Rise During COVID-19
As if 2020 hasn’t already presented us all with some challenges, pet hospitals nationwide are saying they are seeing an increase in puppy Parvo during…
Are Anti-Vaxxers To Blame for Rise in Canine Parvo Cases?
Vets are worried about the increased rates of confirmed canine disease parvo cases, and believe it's due to a growing anti-vax movement in pet owners.
Lyme Disease In Dogs Is On the Rise: Here's What You Need to Know
Regardless of whether you’re a seasoned dog parent or a first-time owner, you should brush up on the symptoms and methods of prevention of Lyme disease in dogs, to make sure you and your four-legged bestie have a great time this summer.
Study: No Way To Predict Potential Breathing Problems in Brachycephali
Around half of all dogs with flatter faces develop breathing difficulties. Scientists say there is no way to tell in advance which dogs will be affected.
Let’s Talk Tick Paralysis in Dogs: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatmen
Ticks are more than just pests - they can cause serious damage. One such danger is tick paralysis - here's what you need to watch out for.
7 Common Symptoms Of Diabetes In Dogs
It's important that owners are able to recognize the symptoms of diabetes in dogs in order to get their pooch into the veterinarian and treated right away.
What You Need to Know About Osteosarcoma in Dogs
Another name for bone cancer, osteosarcoma is the most common form of cancer in dogs - and the most aggressive. Here's what you need to know.
Understanding Testicular and Ovotesticular Disorder in Dogs
Did you know that hermaphroditism also occurs in dogs? It's called testicular or ovotesticular disorder, and although rare, does occur in dogs.
What is Legg-Calve-Perthes In Dogs?
Legg-Calve-Perthes in dogs is a hip joint disorder that affects blood supply to the femoral head. Commonly seen in miniature, toy, and small-breed dogs.
Early Neutering May Be Bad For Larger Mixed-Breed Dogs
Researchers from the University of California, Davis just released study results that show heavier mixed-breed dogs may be at higher risks for joint disorder…
What is Cerebellar Ataxia in Dogs?
Does your dog have a problem with coordination or falling down? He may not just be clumsy - it could be Cerebellar Ataxia.
What is Syringomyelia in Dogs?
An inherited disorder, syringomyelia in dogs affects the skull. A disease seen in smaller-breed dogs, here's what you need to be on the lookout for.
Can Dogs Get Dementia?
Also known as Canine Cognitive Dysfunction, dogs can get dementia. A gradual process, here are the signs to watch out for in your senior dog.
What Are Hot Spots on Dogs?
Hot spots on dogs are an itchy problem. A common canine skin condition, this problem gets worse the more your pooch scratches at it.
What is Factor Xl Deficiency in Dogs?
Factor XI Deficiency is a genetically inherited disease that's a form of hemophilia. Here's what you should know about the disease.
What Is Giardia In Dogs?
Does your dog have a belly ache? The cause may be from an intestinal infection called Giardia. Learn more about the parasite behind giardia in dogs.
What Are the 6 Most Common Illnesses in Dogs?
At any age, dogs can suffer from canine ailments. Here are the six most common illnesses in dogs and what symptoms to look out for.
Stomach Churning Effects Of Salmonella Poisoning In Dogs
Something doesn't taste right... it could be a nasty case of salmonella. Just like with humans, salmonella poisoning in dogs comes with serious side effects.
7 Types of Cancer in Dogs
There's more than one type of cancer that can affect your dog. Let's talk about the seven most common types of cancer that a dog can suffer from.
Leptospirosis in Dogs: What Every Dog Owner Needs to Know
There are many water-borne illnesses canines can unwillingly pick up. Pet parents need to know about leptospirosis in dogs and how to treat this disease.
The Shocking Truth About Canine Distemper
A disease that's similar to the measles that humans can get, Canine Distemper is a virus that's highly contagious and could kill your dog.
6 Frequently Asked Questions About Canine Osteoarthritis
Degenerative joint disease is a common problem affecting many senior dogs. Here are six of the most FAQs about canine osteoarthritis.
Warmer Winter Means Higher Risk of a Leptospirosis Outbreak
While many love this unseasonably warm weather, veterinarians are warning that a serious bacterial infection is on the rise, and could kill your dog.
Study: Canine Cancers Linked To Common Lawn Chemicals
Alarming research links canine malignant lymphoma (CML) with lawn pesticides, and has may have implications to the impact of chemicals on humans as well.
SAD: Seasonal Affective Disorder in Dogs
Dogs do get SAD. Shorter days and less sunlight can cause Seasonal Affective Disorder in dogs. Here's what to look for and how to treat it.
The Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments of Pneumonia in Dogs
It's more than just a cold - it's a respiratory illness that affects canines and humans. Here's what you need to know about pneumonia in dogs.
What is Megaesophagus in Dogs?
A long word with serious consequences - megaesophagus in dogs can cause problems when it comes to the intake of food and water.
Common Diseases Spread by Fleas and Ticks
When these pests leave their mark on your pet, it may Lyme disease, rabbit fever... even the plague! We've got fleas and ticks to thank for spreading them.
What You Need to Know About Canine Disk Disease
Canine Disk Disease is a serious health issue that can affect a dog's movement and can cause a great deal of pain. Know the risks and the symptoms.
What Is Mange In Dogs?
Mange in dogs isn't pretty. A skin disease caused by parasites, mange leads to more than just loss of fur and scratching. Here's how to prevent and treat.
Study: French Bulldogs Prone To Health Problems
A new study released by researchers in the United Kingdom suggests that the French Bulldog is vulnerable to a host of health conditions and disorders, and th…