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.
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!
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.
What is Collie Eye Anomaly?
All types of collies can suffer from Collie Eye Anomaly, a mutation that leads to blindness. Here's what you need to know about the disease.
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 Limp Tail Syndrome?
We all love to see a happy tail wagging. But have you ever heard of Limp Tail Syndrome? If you have a long-tailed dog, here's what you need to know.
What Is Von Willebrand in Dogs?
Von Willebrand in dogs occurs because of a deficiency of von Willebrand Factor. It is responsible for blood clotting, a carrier protein for coagulation Factor VIII.
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.
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 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?
How Do Dogs Get Heartworm?
It's a potentially deadly disease that can be prevented... but how do dogs get heartworm? It'll be one more reason to hate those little blood suckers!
What You Need To Know About Lymphoma In Dogs
The most common form of canine cancer, pet parents need to know about lymphoma in dogs, treatment options available and the survival rate of this disease.
What is Progressive Retinal Atrophy in Dogs
Dogs can suffer from a variety of vision problems. One of the most serious is called Progressive Retinal Atrophy, which can cause blindness in dogs.
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 Canine Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?
Humans aren't the only species that suffers from OCD. Dogs can also feel the effects of Canine Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.
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…
What is Lipoma in Dogs?
Not all tumors are cancerous, and lipoma in dogs is one of the more common types your dog can suffer from. Here's what you need to know about.
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.
What You Need To Know About Inflammatory Bowel Disease In Dogs
Painful and dangerous, Inflammatory Bowel Disease is a serious condition that can affect dogs. Know the signs and symptoms - it could save your dog's life.
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.
Just As Gross As Is Sounds: The Low-Down On Roundworms In Dogs
We've got the poop-scoop on roundworms in dogs - and it ain't a pretty sight! Found in animal feces, it can be passed along from dog to human.
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…
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.
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.
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.
Researchers Discover Biomarker Test For Degenerative Myelopathy in Dog
Researchers from the University of Missouri believe a test that helps diagnose ALS in humans can also be used for diagnosing canine cases of DM.
Researchers at Virginia Tech May Have Hope For Brain Cancer Patients
As the United States mourns the death of beloved Senator John McCain, researchers at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech ar…
5 Serious Illnesses Caused by Canine Dental Disease
You don't just keep your dog's teeth to keep them pearly white. Here are five serious illnesses caused by canine dental disease.
The 411 On Colitis In Dogs
A disease that can be a serious pain in the behind, learn what you can do about Colitis in dogs. This condition affects the dog's colon, or large intestine.
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.
A Short Guide to Eye Diseases in Dogs
Vision loss can affects dog breeds of all ages. As a pet parent, keep an eye on your dog's peepers with this short guide to eye diseases in dogs.
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.
Humans Are Getting Their Pets Sick – Here's What You Need To Know
Viruses like coronavirus or influenza have a much higher chance of cross-species transmission, and to make matters worse the highest chances for this to happen is with pets such as dogs, cats, horses, and ferrets.
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 You Need to Know About Hemophilia in Dogs
When your dog suffers from this disease, a small cut can cause big problems. Here's what all pet parents should know about Hemophilia in dogs.
Tapeworms In Dogs Are More Than A Sticky Situation
Yep, it's gross! You may not want to bring up the subject of tapeworms in dogs at the dinner table, but you need to know about how they affect your pooch.
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.
Data Shows Climate Change Endangers Dogs With New Diseases
The latest research points out the sudden rise of potentially deadly dog diseases that are transmitted by insects, in areas where they weren't seen before.
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.
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.
What is Alabama Rot?
A disease that first made an appearance in the 1980s, Alabama Rot can be fatal is not treated early. Keep an eye out for the symptoms to catch and treat it.
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.
What You Need To Know About Dog Seizures
As one of the most frequently reported neurological conditions in dogs, pet parents need to know the causes, symptoms and treatments of canine seizures. Noth…
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.
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.
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.
What is Laryngeal Paralysis in Dogs?
A disease that can affect a dog's ability to eat and breathe, laryngeal paralysis can be deadly. Here's what you need to know and what symptoms to look for.
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.
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.
Doggie Depression: Understanding Depression in Dogs
Despite their happy-go-lucky temperament, depression in dogs is a recognized medical issue. Here's what to look for if your pooch has doggie depression.
What You Need To Know About Glaucoma In Dogs
There are some diseases that have the potential of robbing your pooch of his eyesight - that's why you need to know about Glaucoma in dogs.
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 Causes Heartworm in Dogs?
Most people are not even aware of the illness, until it is too late for treatment and the damage has already been done. In fact, many dog owners are not at all familiar with heartworm, how it occurs, how it progresses, and what causes it in the first place.
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.
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.
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 Experts Say You Need To Know About COVID-19 And Your Dog
There's so much news out there about CoVid-19 and pets, and some of it seems conflicting. That's why we asked the expert - Dr. Jerry Klein, Chief Veterinary Officer of the American Kennel Club.
Ehrlichiosis in Dogs: What It Is and How To Prevent It
Ticks are more than just a pest - they can actually transmit deadly diseases such as Ehrlichiosis. Let's talk about what this is and how to prevent it.
Top 10 Things to Know About Hip Dysplasia in Dogs
Hip Dysplasia is a common ailment in dog. We've put together 10 facts about this common skeletal condition you may not have known.
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.