Dog’s Health

Hydrocephalus in dogs is where cerebrospinal fluid builds up in a dog’s skull, putting pressure on the brain. Sometimes called “water on the brain,”…

Enlarged prostate in dogs, also known as prostatomegaly, is a condition that can affect any male, though it is more common in dogs who…

Toxoplasmosis in dogs is an infection caused by a parasite known as Toxoplasma ghondii. This parasite usually affects cats and passes to other species through…

Azotemia in dogs is a buildup of nitrogen-based substances, which include waste like urea, creatinine, old cells, and food, in the bloodstream. It’s most…

Thrombopathia in dogs is a rare blood disorder that affects the function of platelets or thrombocytes — the cells responsible for blood clotting. Unlike…

Streptococcus zooepidemicus — also known as Strep zoo — is a highly contagious pathogen that can cause serious illness in dogs. It is a…

Apoquel is an FDA-approved medication used to provide relief for dogs suffering from itching and inflammation associated with allergic dermatitis and atopic dermatitis. It…

Gastroenteritis in dogs refers to an inflammation or irritation of the stomach and intestines. There are many possible causes, such as viruses, cancer, or…

Canine colitis is an inflammation of the colon in dogs and is responsible for some 50 percent of cases of chronic diarrhea. While not a…

Coccidia in dogs is a gastrointestinal condition that refers to a particularly foul smelling sort of diarrhea. The feces is often described as smelling…