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Cervical Spondylomyelopathy (Wobbler Syndrome) in Dogs and Cats
Cervical spondylomyelopathy, also called Wobbler syndrome, is a progressive compression of the cervical spinal cord that causes weakening and incoordination of all four limbs. It is most often seen in young Great Danes and middle-aged to older Dobermans, and both conservative and surgical care may be needed.
Motion Sickness in Dogs: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Motion sickness is nausea and vomiting triggered by the rhythmic motion of cars, boats, or planes, from disturbance of the inner-ear balance organs. Most cases are mild and eed only rest and simple preventive measures, with medication for severe travelers.
Persistent Right Aortic Arch in Dogs
Persistent right aortic arch is a congenital blood-vessel defect in which an embryonic arch presses on the esophagus and blocks passage of solid food. Affected puppies are hungry but regurgitate after eating. Early surgery relieves the obstruction.
Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Cleft lip and cleft palate are congenital facial defects in dogs and cats, often inherited, that let milk escape from the nose and impair feeding. Surgical repair is the main treatment, with special feeding and neutering of affected animals to avoid passing it on.
Canine Viral Papillomas (Warts): Symptoms and Treatment
Canine viral papillomatosis is a contagious wart-like growth caused by the canine oral papillomavirus, appearing in the mouth or on the skin. Most cases resolve on their own within weeks to months, but large oral tumors can interfere with eating and may need surgical removal.
What should I feed a puppy with no teeth?
Puppies usually start growing baby teeth around 20 days after birth; no teeth means it was just born and should drink mother's milk. Without milk, use goat milk formula. Puppies typically wean at 1 to 1.5 months; after weaning, gradually add puppy food, starting by softening kibble in warm goat milk for easy digestion.
What to Do When Dog or Cat Vaccination Fails
Measures to address vaccine failure in dogs and cats, covering nutrition, maternal antibodies, parasites, health status, medication, storage, and scheduling.
How to Handle a Dog That Barks, Guards Food, or Bites
Food guarding, excessive barking, and biting are natural dog instincts inherited from gray wolves, but harmonious living is possible with the right methods.
What to Know About Flea Prevention for Pets
Fleas harm not only pets but the whole household. Few things ruin summer fun like these tiny, nearly invisible parasites that plague pets and their owners.
What to Do When Your Dog Has an Upset Stomach or Diarrhea
Have you seen a dog eat grass and vomit? Eating grass signals stomach upset; check temperature. Normal dog temperature is 37.2 to 38.3 C. Do not self-treat, especially with human medicine - it may harm more.