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What Is Canine Distemper?

What Is Canine Distemper?

Canine distemper is a deadly, highly contagious viral disease β€” and 'fully vaccinated' isn't the same as 'actually immune.' Knowing the signs and the three prevention pillars is what protects your dog.

Pet Health πŸ“… December 30, 2020
Why Is My Husky’s Nose Peeling?

Why Is My Husky’s Nose Peeling?

A peeling Husky nose often signals a skin infectionβ€”fungus, mites, or fleas. Treat the specific cause promptly, and always disinfect the environment afterward so the problem does not return.

Pet Health πŸ“… December 21, 2020
Canine Demodicosis (Demodex Mange): Signs and Care

Canine Demodicosis (Demodex Mange): Signs and Care

A few demodex mites are normal on every dog, but an overgrowth causes local or whole-body hair loss, redness, and a foul smell. Vet-recommended mite sprays, ointments, and medicated baths β€” plus clipping the fur β€” bring recovery.

Pet Health πŸ“… November 24, 2020
Red Tissue Growing Inside a Puppy’s Eye

Red Tissue Growing Inside a Puppy’s Eye

Red tissue in the eye is typically an inflamed third eyelid, often present on both sides. It may look like simple heat, but it needs surgical removal to protect vision and avoid infection, so see a vet rather than waiting.

Pet Health πŸ“… November 9, 2020
Why Your Teddy Keeps Scratching and How to Help

Why Your Teddy Keeps Scratching and How to Help

A Teddy that won't stop scratching may just need a bath, but it can also mean mosquito bites or ringworm. Bathe and dry thoroughly for dirt; use a vet-recommended topical parasiticide for bug bites; for ringworm, clip the fur and apply an antifungal spray. Boost nutrition during treatment and check the skin often.

Pet Health πŸ“… October 27, 2020
How to Treat Red Bumps on a Labrador

How to Treat Red Bumps on a Labrador

Red bumps on a Labrador usually come from mites, fungal infection, vitamin deficiency, or poor coat care β€” not random, and good hygiene prevents most. Treat the specific cause, feed a bland diet, keep the dog cool and the environment disinfected, and see a vet for widespread bumps.

Pet Health πŸ“… October 26, 2020
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I hadn’t bathed it for a while and found ringworm when I did β€” how do I treat it?

For ringworm on a Poodle, first put on an Elizabethan collar and isolate the dog from others, then clip the fur over the affected spots. A vet-recommended antifungal ointment is the usual treatment; feed vitamin-rich foods during recovery.

Q&A πŸ“… October 10, 2020
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My puppy has an abscess on its belly β€” should I squeeze the pus out?

An abscess on the belly is often a localized infection from scratching and breaking the skin. Small ones can be drained, cleaned with alcohol, and treated with a vet-recommended wound ointment. Persistent scratching usually points to a skin condition or parasites (mites, fleas, lice), in which case an external parasite treatment is advised.

Q&A πŸ“… October 9, 2020