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Common Diseases in Senior Dogs
In old age, a dog's organs decline, inviting disease that speeds decline. Here are common senior-dog diseases.
At What Age Is a Dog Considered Old?
A dog's life is only about a dozen years; by ten it's often senior, with many changes. Here is when a dog is old.
Common Ear Diseases in Dogs and Cats: Mites, Otitis and Hematoma
The ears are easily overlooked, so wax and debris build up and invite bacterial infection and ear mites. The main ear diseases — ear mites, otitis and ear hematoma — can damage hearing or lead to secondary infection. Routine cleaning, keeping ears dry, and prompt mite treatment prevent most problems.
Is a Non-Black Dog Nose Normal
Most dogs have black noses, but some are other colors. Is that normal? Here are the reasons a dog's nose is not black.
Signs of Periodontitis in Dogs
Unlike us, dogs are not brushed every day—often just twice a week, and some owners never brush their dog's teeth at all. This easily leads to oral diseases such as periodontitis. You may not know much about it, so let us take a closer look at periodontitis in dogs.
What Happens If You Leave Your Dog’s Tartar Untreated
Left alone, tartar progresses from bad breath and gingivitis to periodontitis and tooth loss, and the bacteria can enter the bloodstream and damage the heart and kidneys. Prevention means regular brushing, dental chews, and professional cleaning under anesthesia when needed.
How to Correct Your Dog’s Habit of Eating Too Fast
Eating too quickly is an unhealthy behavior in dogs and can lead to serious digestive conditions such as gastric dilation and bloat (gastric torsion). This guide explains why dogs bolt their food and offers practical training methods—slow-feeder bowls, smaller and more frequent meals, and food enrichment—to help them slow down.
What Causes Intestinal Intussusception in Dogs?
Intestinal intussusception in dogs is mainly caused by intestinal stasis, twisting, or prolapse, and playful puppies with big appetites are especially prone. Over-hunger, cold milk, poor food, and cold water can trigger it, as can secondary diseases. Symptoms include vomiting, abdominal pain, and appetite loss; seek veterinary care promptly to avoid a life-threatening blockage.
What to Do If Your Dog Swallows a Foreign Object
If a dog swallows something, stay calm and judge the risk. Sharp, long, magnetic, corrosive, or battery items, or any with pain, vomiting, or breathing trouble, need immediate vet care. Do NOT induce vomiting blindly—it can cause further injury. Small smooth items with no symptoms may pass at home.
What to Do If Your Dog Is Frozen and Cannot Stand?
If a dog is too cold to stand, act fast: move it to warmth, wash with warm (not hot) water to clean snow and restore temperature, dry thoroughly, then wrap in blankets with a hot-water bottle. Offer glucose water by mouth to regain strength. If no improvement, go to the vet.