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Acanthosis Nigricans (Black Skin Disease) in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Care
Acanthosis nigricans is a skin syndrome of itching and friction leading to thickened, darkened skin, seen mainly in certain dog breeds. Causes include allergy, hormonal imbalance, and obesity, and care combines itch relief, diet, and anti-seborrheic care.
What to Do When Your Dog Has a Fever
If a dog has a fever, take its temperature promptly and act by severity. Today we explain fever precautions.
What to Do When Your Dog Itches and Keeps Scratching
Dog skin itching has many causes—mange, fungus, fleas, food allergy. Owners must identify carefully. Today we share dog skin-itch situations.
Dog Licking Toes or Kicking Legs? Beware Interdigital Dermatitis
Paw care is easily overlooked by owners, but it is necessary—pad care and nail trimming protect paw health and prevent interdigital dermatitis. Today we explain what interdigital dermatitis is and what happens when a dog gets it.
Why Dogs Get Interdigital Dermatitis and How to Prevent It
Owners may find, while trimming nails or bathing, that the dog's toes are red and swollen, or see it licking its paws constantly. If so, beware—your dog may have interdigital dermatitis. What is it, why does it happen, how to prevent? Below we explain.
What Medicine for an Inflamed Dog Wound?
Dog wound inflammation usually follows poor or missed care and licking. Use topical disinfectants and systemic antibiotics by severity. Here is the step-by-step.
How to Treat an Infected, Pus-Filled Dog Wound
An infected, pus-filled dog wound won't scab on its own and can spread to fever and lethargy. Learn step by step how to clean, dress and support healing.
Which Dog Behaviors Are Calls for Help?
Dogs are family members, and owners care for them intimately, so when a dog falls ill the owner is anxious. Dogs can't speak and express discomfort only through body language. Today we discuss which dog behaviors are asking for help.
Tips to Prevent Heatstroke in Dogs
Although it's nominally autumn, some places are still very hot. Heat is hard on dogs because they don't sweat and can't regulate temperature, expelling heat mainly through rapid breathing, so they are especially prone to heatstroke. Today we explain how to prevent dog heatstroke.
What to Do If Your Dog’s Leg Is Run Over by a Car
Some playful dogs lose control outdoors where traffic is heavy, and leg injuries from vehicles happen easily, leaving owners panicked. Today we share precautions for a dog whose leg is run over.