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Hungry Dog & Cushing's Disease

Sometimes mistaken for the normal signs of aging in a dog, Cushing's disease is an endocrine disorder that causes a dangerous hormone imbalance in your dog's body. If your dog is constantly hungry, prone to infection and is losing hair, your veterinarian can run tests to see if Cushing's disease is

Dog Foot Infections

Dogs that are active and outdoors frequently, may suffer from wounds that may lead to foot infections, or they may develop fungal infections of the feet. A foot infection can make it uncomfortable for your dog to walk or run, and may eventually cause lameness.

Possible Causes of Acute Kidney Failure in a 2-Year-Old Dog

Some things can cause kidney failure even in young dogs.dog image by Mat Hayward from Fotolia.comAcute kidney failure, also known as acute renal failure (ARF), is when the kidneys suddenly stop functioning properly. This affects virtually all systems in the dog's body, and can quickly...

Understanding Vibrato

A healthy vibrato beautifies the voice adding a rich, unique tonal quality. Discover what vibrato is and what makes an attractive one.

Musicals A Vampire Would Love

From thrillers to comedy horrors, musicals have them all. These six musicals have supernatural themes that even a non-human would love.

Dog Distemper Symptoms

Distemper symptoms in dogs generally begin within a week after the initial infection, and additional symptoms begin to appear after the first week as the virus begins to attack multiple biological systems. Pet owners must notify their veterinarian if they suspect distemper in their dog, but first an

"Cleo" The Visionary

From your Guide: Author Jim Willis was one of the first contributing authors on this site and has contributed an incredible library of animal stories and poems over the years to this site. In this piece, Jim provides a tribute to animals lost in a devastating fire 2 years ago and updates us on where

Scorpions and Pets

A viewer who recently moved to Arizona asked about her pet cats and scorpions. What are the effects of a sting, and what should she do in the event of a scorpion sting? I can't classify this as a

2007 Pet Food Recall Information & Timeline

This is the page to find information, news and a general timeline of the pet food recall events, since first reported in the Veterinary Medicine blog March 17, 2007.

Heart Murmur Treatment in Dogs

Heart murmur does not indicate imminent heart failure. The murmur, a result of turbulent blood flow in the heart valves, may become more severe as your dog ages. Treatment is based on the severity of the murmur.

Canine Blood Transfusion Procedures

Like humans, dogs may sometimes require blood transfusions as part of a medical emergency. Unfortunately, there are very few canine blood banks in existence. Canine blood transfusion is further complicated by the fact that canines have far more blood types than humans and are therefore harder to mat

Winter Nose in Dogs

Some dogs' noses seem to change color depending on the change of the seasons. Dogs that have this happen usually have a pink or light brown change starting at the middle of the dog's nose and extending out to the nostrils or even beyond. People call the condition "winter nose" or "snow nose."

Bo the Mastiff - on the couch

Westminster Dog Show 2008 - Spotlight. As part of the veterinary medicine coverage of the 2008 Westminster Kennel Club show, dogs and handlers that have a "veterinary story" to tell will be featured on this site. This spotlight is on Bo, a Mastiff who was mauled by his father at 10 months

Canine Discospondylitis & MRSA

Together, canine discospondylitis and MRSA create an infection cocktail that can quickly incapacitate a beloved family pet. Discospondylitis, a form of bone infection that involves the intervertebral spinal discs, adjacent bony vertebral end plates and vertebral bodies, originates either in the bloo

How to Diagnose Kennel Cough in Dogs

The cause of kennel cough can range from a bacteria to dust, but if your dog has been in contact with other dogs, it is possible you may diagnose kennel cough. Dogs catch kennel cough when they inhale bacteria, virus, or other substances into their lungs, causing them to "cough". Here are

Pneumonia Symptoms in Dogs

Pneumonia symptoms in dogs may come on gradually, but they nearly always include breathing difficulty and a cough. Congestion and fever may also occur. Pneumonia is frequently caused by infection, however any fluids or diseases which irritate the lungs can also lead to pneumonia. No matter what the

Peripheral Vestibular Syndrome in Dogs

Peripheral vestibular syndrome is the term for several conditions affecting the vestibular system, including geriatric vestibular syndrome, vestibular disease, vestibular syndrome and idiopathic vestibular syndrome. Understanding vestibular disease, its causes, symptoms and treatment, is important f

Why a Dog Passes Little White Balls in Urine

You may have noticed that your dog has been urinating frequently and only a little each time. On the other hand, maybe your dog started accidentally urinating in the house, despite years of being housebroken. Alternatively, the dog may be listless or disinterested in normal activities. Any way it ha

How do you cope with killing your dog?

Losing a pet to old age, illness or injury is never easy, even when the pet is "put to sleep" as gently as possible. As if the loss itself isn't enough, many