"Brachycephalic" refers to dogs with short muzzles, and this face shape is a huge disadvantage to dogs in the hotter…
Dog Health (Page 31)
A 2021 study found 21 specific genetic markers associated with canine hip dysplasia (CHD). More than two years later, this remains…
Retinal degeneration in dogs is a medical condition that causes issues with the way a dog sees and can even…
Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease in dogs happens when the head of the femur degenerates. The condition causes inflammation and disintegration of the…
Tartar and gingivitis are two of the most common problems in dogs that veterinarians see. Poor dental hygiene can lead…
As any dog parent can attest, the sight of a furry friend enthusiastically digging up the earth can be both…
A pet’s mouth is much more than a food-intake device. Animals use their mouths to explore their surroundings, communicate a…
If you’re considering bringing home a sweet, old pooch, we have a few tips that will help when it comes…
Although dogs do some things to keep their coats neat and clean on their own, they need your help with…
Cars, squirrels, cyclists, skateboarders, cats, and joggers — they’re all would-be targets. Any one of them could lure a chase-obsessive…
Chronic kidney disease is one of the top 10 reasons people take their dogs to the vet. Unlike acute kidney…
Maintaining optimum heart health is a crucial part of your dog’s well-being. Along with lessening the chances of developing heart…
