Knee ligament problems are common issues in certaindog breedssuch as cocker spaniels, poodles and rottweilers. Like with humans, obese canines are particularly susceptible to these types of injuries. But cats can also suffer with these issues. One study found that 90 percent ofcats 12 years old...
Lyme disease in dogs is one of those devious health problems that can affect your dog, not to mention other species as well as Humans. It is caused by a bacterium (Borrelia burgdorferi) carried by an infectedtick,the black-legged tick, which is also known as the small deer tick. ...
Primary glaucoma is an inherited condition that affects certain breeds of dogs such as cocker Spaniels, Samoyeds, poodles, chow chows, and Siberians, whereas secondary glaucoma occurs with the presence of other eye diseases which inhibits the drainage of fluid inside the eyes. Examples of diseases...
Her favorite breed for over 50 years has been the Shih Tzu, but she has also lived with Poodles, Maltese, Yorkshire Terriers, Beagles, English Bulldogs, Carin Terriers, and a Cocker Spaniel. When not writing, reading, and researching dog-related topics, she likes to spend time with her ...
Simply known asbloat, this condition is NOT inherited, but dogs at risk of it have the genetic predisposition for it, likeStandard PoodlesandBloodhounds. The best selective tool for this is said to be the chest-width to chest-depth ratio. It can affect their personality, eating habits, and...
She is a lifelong learner, a dog lover, and passionate about the welfare of animals. Her favorite breed for over 50 years has been the Shih Tzu, but she has also lived with Poodles, Maltese, Yorkshire Terriers, Beagles, English Bulldogs, Carin Terriers, and a Cocker Spaniel. ...