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Common Digestive Diseases in Dogs and Their Treatment
Common canine digestive diseases are gastritis (with enteritis), gastric dilation, and constipation. Each has clear causes and treatments—from diet fixes and enemas to, in severe cases, induced vomiting or surgery.
How to Care for Your Dog’s Eyes
Clean discharge daily—soft paste suggests inner heat, hard crusts suggest inflammation; chamomile washes and pet eye drops help. Watch teary breeds, treat distemper-related redness, and fix ingrown lashes surgically.
What Are the Warning Signs of Eye Problems in Dogs?
Watch for excessive cloudy tearing, hard discharge, swollen or red eyelids, eye-rubbing, bulging (glaucoma), or white clouding (cataracts). Clean with eye wash, use drops for mild inflammation, and trim ingrown lashes—and see a vet when in doubt.
What Causes Dog Rhinitis?
Dogs get rhinitis too—frequent runny nose, nose scratching, and even hair loss and scabs when severe, worse-looking than in people. Here are the causes, symptoms, and treatment.
Common Causes, Symptoms and Treatment of Pet Colds
Pets catch colds easily — usually from chills (season changes, baths, drafts, rain, cold floors) or low resistance. A plain cold can worsen into something serious, so treat it early. Never give human cold medicine (acetaminophen is toxic to dogs and cats); use pet-specific drugs. Learn the warning signs that separate a cold from pneumonia, rhinitis, feline herpesvirus (cat flu) or distemper.
What Medicine Helps a Dog With Rhinitis?
Rhinitis is a common dog respiratory disease with many causes and any age at risk. Here are the causes and medication for allergic rhinitis.
Dog Rhinitis vs. Cold: How to Tell Them Apart
New owners often confuse dog rhinitis with a cold—their signs overlap. Here is how to tell them apart.
What If the Second FVRCP Vaccine Shot Is Overdue?
The FVRCP (feline distemper) vaccine follows a schedule; missing it weakens immunity. If the second shot is overdue, continue the original plan, then test antibody levels and re-vaccinate if needed. Learn the full schedule and precautions.
Dog Eyes Red and Watery: Causes and Care
Red streaks and tearing in a dog's eyes can mean heat, dryness, or an eye disease such as conjunctivitis or glaucoma. Match the signs to the cause and treat—from more water and a cooling diet to vet care for pain or trauma.
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.