Dog Health Articles

A Condition Known As Incontinence and it's serious health effects on your pet.

Your dog may not crave pickles and ice cream, but she still has particular needs during pregnancy. We look at issues such as diet, supplements, vaccinations and other canine medications, as well as providing an overview of what to expect.

Vomiting in dogs is a very common occurrence and can arise from a wide variety of causes, from simple gastritis to complex diseases of other body systems. This article explains the multiple causes of vomiting in dogs, and the range of treatment options available.

Urinary incontinence is a common disorder in older female dogs, as many as 20% of neutered bitches develop it at some point in their lives. The reason is usually urethral sphincter mechanism incompetence (USMI). In this article we review the current state of knowledge on this condition, focusing on the management and treatment options.

Skin tumors are very common in dogs, but two thirds of them are benign and therefore merely cosmetic. Here we look at the most common types of tumor affecting the skin in dogs, and what, if any, treatment they require.

10 Ways To Protect Your Dog In Case Of An Emergency

Do you have a first aid kit for your dog? Preventative medicine and basic first aid are two important facets of canine care. Learn more here.

Although a food allergy is not curable, the good news is that with proper diagnosis and management it can be well controlled in virtually 100% of cases.

There's nothing that relieves stress and makes us laugh like watching a new puppy chasing a ball on wobbly legs. And what fun to play 'tug of war' with a favorite toy! Just having your dog in your lap to pet and cuddle brings soothing relaxation.

Flea infestations are both alarming to pet owners and sometimes difficult to wipe out. This article explains how to make both your pet and your house flea free as quickly as possible.