Weight fluctuation is a common sign of illness for dogs, but it can be hard to tell if your dog is getting heavier or lighter. People typically don't weigh their pets, so they may not even realize their dog has lost or gained weight. You can easily weigh small dogs with your home sc...
Urinary incontinence in dogs is when a dog leaks urine. This is not something they have control over, and it can be caused by a variety of medical conditions. It occurs when either their urinary sphincter isn't tight enough andurine leaks outor their bladder is weak and doesn't e...
The appearance of your dog’s eyes will tell you a lot about how it is feeling. The most common sign of illness is lazy and watery eyes. If a dog is struggling to keep its eyes open for a long time, then you should seek medical help. Red or pale looking eyes also indicate that s...
Many dogs with cancer will show nosigns of illness, at least initially. In other dogs, signs may be vague. Once a dog becomes sick enough, signs can be quite severe and seem to have a sudden onset. Routine wellness visits and health screening tests can help your vet detect illness early...
If you notice that your dog is urinating more or less than usual, it could be a sign of illness. Increased or decreased urination could indicate a kidney issue, a tumor, a bladder infection, or liver disease. Unexplained Weight Gain or Loss ...
The history you give a vet will also help. Did the problem start suddenly or slowly? What about appetite, thirst, and other signs of illness? Is it worsening? Is there weight loss? Get the eBook for $9.99 For more amazing tools and information, get a copy of the Dog Cancer Survival ...
a sign of illness, or the start of a seizure disorder. You’re going to want to know what caused your dog to have a seizure in the first place and what to do about it, so the first thing you’ll need to do isget in touch with your vet. The next step is to learn a bit more...
Aflatoxin molds in dog food have led to illness and death of many pets. It’s almost impossible to have aflatoxin-free corn. It may be too moldy for human use but it’s still used in animal food. These molds can also contaminate meat and fish – and nobody’s testing for that! Vacc...
1. Loss of Interest When a dog approaches the end of his lifespan,he can begin to lose interest in the world around him. This is especially true of dogs who suffer from a long-term, chronic illness. Toys he once loved will gather dust, andhe might not jump up to greet you at the...
changes in appetite, fever, reluctance to move much, or signs such as coughing if there is heart disease, or others. If your dog is starting to sleep more than usual, or has any of the mentioned signs of illness, it’s important to get them checked by a veterinarian as soon as possib...