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). It can happen to any breed,…

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. Not only is it very distressing for both the dog and owner, it…

The sure way to avoid serious illness is to boost their immune system and allow their own body to heal itself. Here are some things we can do to boost the immune system. Regular optimal amount of Vitamin C Though…

Many dogs today suffer from constant scratching. This can cause much dismay and annoyance from pet owners. And itchy dog can scratcg themselves raw which could lead to infections as well. Here we have some suggestions on what could be…

Home dog ear care with regular check up with the veterinarian in between, will keep your dog healthy and pain free. Therefore make it a routine to prevent many common ear problems. Remember that regular inspections will prevent infections and…

Symptoms of a parasitic infection can include diarrhea, vomiting, and a “cute” potbelly as is often seen in puppies. Poor coat condition and a general appearance of low health are also indications of dog parasites or a bacterial infection. If…

Every time you read a story in the press about a dog that has injured or killed someone, don’t you wonder who the owner is that’s behind it? Do you assume that that owner is so far removed from your…

Everywhere you look this year, change is the magic word. Well, that is great and all so long as it does not involve us personally. Moving is a huge change, for instance, and there is not a soul on this…

The reason I love animals so much is that they give off an attitude of happiness, innocence and unconditional love to their people. Our pets are just as happy being a part of our household as we are of having…

Some people embark on purchasing a pet with out really thinking about the consequences. If you are in full time work and want to own a pet such as a dog, have you considered how much it will need to…