Ask any dog owner and they will probably tell you that the health of their dog is one of the most important things to them. Unfortunately, every dog is likely to get sick at some point in their life.

Our pets can now live much longer lives, yet they face an increased risk of cognitive decline similar to human dementia as they grow older. In canines, the disorder is called cognitive dysfunction ...

Dog ownership isn’t all walking, playing and petting. Occasionally, you’re going to have a poorly pet and need the help of a veterinarian. The cost of treatment for some of the most common ailments ...

Canine hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing’s disease) is a common endocrine disorder caused by chronic excessive cortisol production. About 80-85% of cases are pituitary-dependent (PDH), while 15-20% are ...

"Why are my dog's eyes red?" A dog’s eyes may become red for many reasons, ranging from episcleral injection to hyphema or periocular irritation. The post Why Are My Dog’s Eyes Red? (Common Causes of ...

Flu and cold season is upon us this year — and our canine companions aren’t exempt. You may have seen recent reports about a respiratory disease that is infecting dogs in parts of the United States. I ...

From New Hampshire to Oregon, researchers are trying to figure out what’s causing an infectious respiratory disease among dogs that has turned deadly in rare cases. The mysterious illness is described ...

If your precious family member has been diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy in dogs, you might feel worried about what it means for them. I’ve been a vet for eight years and dealt with my fair share ...

Dog gum diseases are extremely common. While the exact number of dogs suffering with gum disease is unknown, it’s likely to be at least 60% of the doggy population, and maybe as much as 100%. Gum ...

Vestibular disease presents acutely with signs like head tilt, nystagmus, and ataxia, causing significant owner distress. A key diagnostic challenge is differentiating peripheral vestibular disease ...

The type of disease that your dog might get depends on how big it is, according to a new study. These differing risk levels of certain conditions between larger and smaller dogs may contribute towards ...