Today a small dog bitten on my leg. There is no injury, no wound at all. It is a street dog. I think it was just playing with me. I wear trouser and sox at that time. Need I take any treatment for that?
Since there is no wound you are safe
What are the symptoms for a dog to be in heat?
By · CommentsJack Russell in Heat?
We have 8 months old jack russell that is in heat just started yesterday. She was a very playful puppy, Active and full of energy, always love play and its so rare to see her laying down cause of being tired but when she had her blood she change…
She act like not the normal her….
Now she always want to sleep, always tired and dont play much…
She dont eat the way she eat before…
Is it a normal symptoms of a dog who is in heat?
Get her spayed and it won’t be a problem.
I hope you’re not planning to breed her. Believe me, that would be a BAD idea.
How do I know if my 14-year-old dog has hip dysplasia?
By · CommentsGolden Retriever-Aussie shepherd mix. She kind of drags her leg when she tries to walk up a curb. She still likes to go for walks although she doesn’t walk as far or as fast. Is there any outward sign that signifies my dog has arthritis or some other joint problem?
Dysplasia usually shows up within the first 3-4 years of a dogs life. Judging by her age it is probably arthritis. There are alot of good medications out there that can help her live out her life pain-free. Or she could just be slowing down, she is a senior citizen and lots of short walks would be better than one big walk every day. But it would be best to talk to your vet.
Can someone help me with a dog health question?
By · CommentsMy dog keeps scratching her ears. After a week I finally looked in there and one of them has black/brown colored "goop" in it. We took a Qtip and put alcohol on there to clean it out. We couldnt get it all. Does anyone know what she might have? Also, is there something at the pet store we could get. Trying to avoid a Vet bill unless she needs Rx’s. Thanks for any help.
they sell ear cleaner at Petsmart. clean em for a few weeks, if it doesn’t go away, it could be ear mites…then you need to go to the vet…shouldn’t be too expensive. (probably just dirty)
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Is Pet Insurance Right for you and your Dog?
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Many dog owners today try to be frugal on their dog’s medical care, Deciding if pet insurance is right for you and your dog can be difficult. Here is the question: can you afford an unexpected thousand dollars’ expense? Or even more? If not, then you should consider pet insurance.
Your dog’s medical care, including diagnostic tests and treatment options, is becoming more sophisticated. Treatments and procedures are now available that were not previously possible. With that comes a hefty price many dog owners cannot afford.
Veterinary costs alone can rival your own medical doctor’s fees. For example, a large breed dog with a relatively common life-threatening condition called “bloat” can be hospitalized and treated in many veterinary hospitals and emergency clinics across the country. The cost for this life-saving treatment ranges from $2,000 – $5,000 or more. A broken leg requiring fracture repair can range from $500 to $2500 depending on the specific treatment and where in the country you live.
Here are 3 more questions to help you determine if pet insurance is right for you…
1. Do you love your dog?
2. Do you want the best care for your dog?
3. Do you consider your dog as a valued member of your family?
If you answer is yes to these three questions, again, you should consider pet insurance. It will provide you with a peace of mind knowing you have help paying the medical costs for your dog’s accidents, poisonings, or illnesses including cancer.
As a veterinarian, I love to see dog owners with pet insurance. Dog owners with pet insurance that come to our emergency hospital don’t have to worry about compromising the care for their pets because of cost restraints. They don’t have to decline treatments or even consider euthanasia due to their limited budgets. If an unexpected expense would be difficult for your budget, then you should consider pet insurance.
Optional pet insurance coverage is also available as regular veterinary care such as vaccines and other routine wellness care is critical to the long-term health of your dog.
Your dog’s health & your finance’s bottom line:
There are many things in life that you can be frugal about, such as entertainment, travel and dining expenses. However, when it comes to your health, your family’s health or your dog’s health, you should never be frugal, especially if you love your dog and want the best care for him or her.
There will come a time when your dog needs medical attention. Here’s one final question: will you be ready?
Dr. Debra Primovic
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5 Steps to Take When Your Dog is Urinating Frequently
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Boy, did I learn a valuable lesson. Once I had to rush my dog to the pet hospital and he practically died. He had a urinary tract infection and I didn’t notice the symptoms until the last minute. Thankfully, my veterinarian was able to save him but it was definitely a wake-up call. Now I focus on preventive treatment and am aware of the signs of infection so it doesn’t spiral out of control again.
Here are 5 steps you should take when you notice your dog urinating frequently.
1. First, have a look at all of the symptoms. Is your dog straining to urinate? Is your dog urinating excessively or are there only drops coming out at a time? A urinary blockage could cause your dog to stop urinating completely so it’s important get him treated if that’s the case because it could mean life or death. If the only symptom you notice is frequent urination, treatment at home with plenty of fresh, filtered water, unprocessed food, and homeopathy will probably be enough to fight off the infection.
2. If you notice your dog urinating frequently, take him to the vet. Your vet will do tests and examinations to figure out the underlying cause of the problem. In severe cases, medication or a surgical procedure may be necessary to correct the problem.
3. If you see your dog urinating excessively, a urinary tract infection is most likely the cause. Most mainstream veterinarians prescribe antibiotics in this situation. However, antibiotics are known to actually aggravate the symptoms of dog UTI and cause other harmful side effects. In many cases, dietary control and homeopathic treatment are enough to get rid of a UTI.
4. Take aggressive action when you notice your dog urinating frequently. Give your dog plenty of filtered water to drink. Bathe him frequently so bacteria don’t have a chance to flourish in his genital area. Give him only raw, unprocessed, or homemade food. Commercial foods are laden with artificial ingredients like preservatives and colorings and they can alter the pH of your dog’s urine so they should be avoided.
5. Administering a homeopathic remedy is hands down the biggest step you can take to help your dog achieve permanent recovery when you notice your dog urinating excessively. Homeopathic remedies restore balance at a cellular level and help maintain a healthy bladder, a healthy flow of urine, and a strong immune system that is capable of fighting off infections. Homeopathic treatments are better than any medication because they are completely free of side effects, they are affordable, and they can both treat and prevent UTI.
So there you have it. The next time you see your dog urinating frequently, follow these 5 simple steps. By doing so you can help your dog achieve a fast recovery and avoid complications. Remember that natural, preventive treatment is the most effective but you have to use it on a regular basis. Rather than just treating the problem when symptoms arise, prevent it from becoming an issue altogether with homeopathic treatment and lifestyle change.
Wayne Mcdonald
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Standard Schnauzer Puppy And Dog Information
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The Standard Schnauzer can live in an apartment as it can get most of her exercise needs indoors. They are very protective dogs and should be socialized to people, pets and situations when young. They generally get along with other dogs and pets but again should be socialized. They are said to do well with older children. As a reminder, never leave a child unsupervised with a puppy or dog.
*Approximate Adult Size. The approximate adult size (two years old or older) of the male Standard Schnauzer is 18 to 20 inches to the withers (highest point of the shoulder) and 30 to 45 pounds. The female ranges from 17 to 19 inches to the withers and 30 to 40 pounds.
*Special Health Considerations. Most dog breeds have certain inherited health problems associated with that specific breed and the Standard Schnauzer is no exception. Although considered a very healthy breed, be on the look out for genetic eye diseases, and Canine Hip Dysplasia (genetic based looseness in the hip joint that can lead to arthritis pain and lameness). This disease list is an informative guideline only. Other diseases may also be significant threats, please contact your veterinarian for a complete list.
She should visit the veterinarian several times in the first year for shots, boosters and check up. Then, as an adult, she should visit the veterinarian yearly for shots and check up. As she gets older, six years and on, she should visit the veterinarian twice a year for check ups and shots. Remember; avoid feeding your dog sweets.
*Grooming. The Standard Schnauzer has a double coat. The under coat is soft and thick. The outer coat is thick and wiry and hard. She should be brushed regularly. Brushing will help her maintain a clean and healthy coat, avoid mats, help you keep a closer eye on her health and strengthen your emotional bond with her. Her beard should also be cleaned off after every meal.
Her teeth should be brushed at least twice a week with toothpaste and toothbrush designed for dogs. Brushing removes the accumulation of plaque and tartar which can cause cavities (rarely) and periodontal disease. Dog periodontal disease can lead to pain, loss of teeth, bad breath and other serious disease.
Her toenails may need to be examined for growth and clipped regularly. The toenails of the rear feet grow slower than the toenails of the front feet.
*Life Span. The Standard Schnauzer can live between 12 and 14 years with proper nutrition, medical care and excellent living conditions.
*History. The Standard Schnauzer comes from Germany where it was used for all around farm use. They were first registered by the American Kennel Association in 1904.
Some Registries:
* Standard Schnauzer Club of America
*UKC United Kennel Club
*NKC National Kennel Club
*CKC Continental Kennel Club
*APRI Americas Pet Registry Inc.
*AKC American Kennel Club
*FCI Federation Cynologique Internationale
*NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club
*KCGB = Kennel Club of Great Britain
*ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club
*ACR = American Canine Registry
Litter Size: 4 to 9 Standard Schnauzer puppies
Category: Non Sporting
Terms To Describe: Intelligent, fearless, alert, reliable, robust, sturdy, protective, affectionate,
*SPECIAL GOOD POINTS
Make a good watch dog.
Make a good guard do.
Have almost no dog odor.
Do not shed.
*SPECIAL BAD POINTS
Can be willful.
Needs a dominant owner.
*Other Names Known By: Mittelschnauzer,
*Every dog is an individual so not everything in this information may be correct for your dog. This information is meant as a good faith guideline only.
Mitch Endick
http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/standard-schnauzer-puppy-and-dog-information-94157.html
Dog Health In Relation To Liver Problems
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Because they a lovable, loyal animals, dogs are highly preferred as pets. Dogs become family members, so their health is very important. Pet owners need to keep in mind that dog health and liver problems are very closely tied together.
The liver is an important part of the digestive system, so if there is a liver problem, a dog health will be severely affected. There are many kinds of liver problems that dogs can have, including cirrhosis of the liver, toxicity, hepatitis, fibrosis, etc. But in this article, we will be discussing hepatic micro vascular dysplasia.
Hepatic micro vascular dysplasia
This is a common liver problem for dogs. With hepatic micro vascular dysplasia, there is a mixing of venous and arterial blood on a microscopic level. Another name for this condition is hepatic-portal micro vascular dysplasia. Though this condition affects all dog breeds, it seems to occur more often in terrier breeds.
As there are no symptoms that are peculiar to this condition, it is hard to diagnose with any certainty. Among the symptoms that a dog might have are seizures, central nervous system disorder symptoms and other gastro intestinal disorder symptoms, such as diarrhea and vomiting. A bile acid response test is the first step in diagnosing the condition.
Another condition, photo systemic shunts, will also have an abnormal bile acid response. A liver biopsy then needs to be done to eliminate the possibility of photo systemic shunts so that the condition of hepatic micro vascular dyplasia can be properly diagnosed. For more info see http://www.aboutdoghealth.org/dogbreedhealth/Bull-Dog-Health.html
If diagnosed before symptoms appear, there is a good prognosis for a dog with hepatic micro vascular dysplasia. However, once symptoms begin to be seen, the only recourse is to use diet and medication to manage the condition.
Reducing the amount of protein consumed is the objective of diet therapy while the reduction of ammonia in the digestive system is accomplished with medication. So that dogs with this condition are able to excrete soft, formed stools, lactose injections are advisable.
Twice a day, injections of antibiotics are given. These may be neomycin, metranidazole or some other antibiotic. The response to the treatment will vary from one dog to another. Some dogs respond well enough to live out a normal life span, but other dogs will have a shortened life due to this condition.
Dog owners will usually take preventative measures once they are made aware of the connection between overall dog health and liver problems.
Amanda Fain
http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/dog-health-in-relation-to-liver-problems-128608.html
Cocker Spaniel Puppy And Dog Information
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The Cocker Spaniel is a generally even tempered, loving dog that is affectionate and loving. She is a good watch dog and when properly bred, a great child companion. She can do well in an apartment as long as she gets frequent long walks. A properly fenced in enclosure is better for exercise.
*Good With Children? Cocker Spaniels are great with children as long as they come from reasonably good bloodlines. They are so popular that puppy mills are churning them out and some poor traits have been showing up. As a reminder, never leave a young child unsupervised with a puppy or dog.
*Good With Other Pets? Again, they are generally good with other pets as long as they have good bloodlines.
*Temperament: This is a very friendly, loving dog and they are active.
*Approximate Adult Size. The approximate adult size (two years old or older) of the Cocker Spaniel is 14 to 15 inches to the withers (highest point of the shoulder) and 24 to 28 pounds.
*Special Health Considerations. Most dog breeds have certain inherited health problems associated with that specific breed and the Cocker Spaniel is no exception. Be on the look out for eye problems, canine hip dysplasia (genetic based looseness in the hip joint that can lead to arthritis pain and lameness), epilepsy and slipping stifles, IMHA (Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia), glaucoma, and patellar luxation.
This disease list is an informative guideline only. Other diseases may also be significant threats, please contact your veterinarian for a complete list.
She should visit the veterinarian several times in the first year for shots, boosters and check up. Then, as an adult, she should visit the veterinarian yearly for shots and check up. As she gets older, six years and on, she should visit the veterinarian twice a year for check ups and shots. Remember; avoid feeding your dog sweets.
*Grooming. The Cocker Spaniel has a soft, silky coat that needs almost daily brushing. Her coat can pick up brambles and debris and this must be brushed out of her coat before they form mats and cause skin problems.
Her ears should be checked once a week and be kept clean. If you have her professionally groomed, make sure ear cleaning and inspection is part of the package. No water or excess fluid should get in the dogs ears, and do not try to irrigate the ears. Ear cleaning is too complicated and critical to instruct here. Look for hair growing in the ear canal, excess wax, or moisture. If her ears have a discharge, foul odor or she seems to be in distress and you suspect an infection, or tumor, consult your veterinarian.
Her teeth should be brushed at least twice a week with toothpaste and toothbrush designed for dogs. Brushing removes the accumulation of plaque and tartar which can cause cavities (rarely) and periodontal disease. Dog periodontal disease can lead to pain, loss of teeth, bad breath and other serious disease.
Her toenails may need to be examined for growth and clipped regularly. The toenails of the rear feet grow slower than the toenails of the front feet. Generally a guillotine type trimmer is the best for this chore and competent instructions to accomplish this can be found on the net.
*Life Span. The Cocker Spaniel can live between 10 and 14 years with proper nutrition, medical care and excellent living conditions.
*History. They were first registered by the American Kennel Association in 1878.
Some Registries:
*American Spaniel Club
*UKC United Kennel Club
*NKC National Kennel Club
*CKC Continental Kennel Club
*APRI Americas Pet Registry Inc.
*AKC American Kennel Club
*FCI Federation Cynologique Internationale
*NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club
*KCGB = Kennel Club of Great Britain
*ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club
*ACR = American Canine Registry
Litter Size: 4 to 6 Cocker Spaniel puppies
Category: Sporting Group.
Terms To Describe: Sturdy, well balanced, excellent temperament, playful, trustworthy, loyal, cheerful, active, friendly,
*SPECIAL GOOD POINTS
She is a very gentle dog.
Good watch dog.
They are an obedient dog.
*SPECIAL BAD POINTS
Can become fat if not exercised.
Puppy mills are turning out some poor specimens.
Does not like harsh training, she is very sensitive.Poor guard dog.
Can be a barker.
Some say that they are not highly intelligent.
Housebreaking can be problematic.
*Other Names Known By: Merry Cocker
*Every dog is an individual so not everything in this information may be correct for your dog. This information is meant as a good faith guideline only.
Mitch Endick
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