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Symptoms and Treatment of Common Viral Infectious Diseases in Dogs and Cats
Viruses need host cells to multiply, then spread via blood and lymph causing infection. Here are common viral diseases in dogs and cats.
An Introduction to Corgi Lumbar Disease
Corgis are short-legged and long-bodied, so more prone to lumbar disease, even paralysis. Owners must be careful. Here is the disease.
What Disease Causes a Dog’s Hind Leg Pain?
Hind leg pain can be muscle soreness from a cold or fever, bone injury, or spinal problems. Check for wounds; with no wound but severe pain and no normal walking, suspect muscle or bone issues and see a vet.
What Diseases Are Corgis Prone To?
Corgis are prone to eye disease, spinal disease, digestive problems and obesity. They commonly get progressive retinal atrophy and, due to their long back and short legs, spinal issues.
Why Do Dogs Develop Lyme Disease?
Lyme disease in dogs is caused by Borrelia burgdorferi transmitted through tick bites, with only a small fraction of infected dogs showing symptoms such as fever, joint swelling, or kidney issues. A vet confirms diagnosis via blood or urine tests, and treatment centers on a course of antibiotics.
Intervertebral Disc Disease in Dogs
IVDD happens when a spinal disc bulges or bursts, pressing on the cord and weakening the hind legs. Signs range from a wobbly gait to lost knee reflexes and dragging toes, and need prompt care. Treatment blends anti-inflammatory and nerve-support medication with acupuncture and heat therapy, and daily home warmth aids recovery.
Common Bone and Joint Diseases in Dogs
Poor care often deforms a dog's legs. Know the risks: hip and elbow dysplasia in retrievers and shepherds, osteochondrosis in large fast growers, femoral head issues in small breeds, and degenerative joint disease eased by weight control, gentle exercise, and glucosamine. Home setup matters too, slippery floors and stairs cause lasting damage.
Intervertebral Disc Disease in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Intervertebral disc disease occurs when a degenerating disc bulges or ruptures and presses on the spinal cord, causing pain, numbness, and movement loss. It favors the thoracolumbar (about 85%) and cervical (about 15%) spine in small or chondrodystrophic dogs. Conservative rest and anti-inflammatories help mild cases; severe ones need decompressive surgery.
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) in Dogs and Cats
Intervertebral disc disease occurs when a degenerate disc bulges or herniates and compresses the spinal cord, causing pain, incoordination, and paralysis. It is most common in small or older chondrodystrophic dogs and rarely resolves without treatment.
Spinal Cord Contusion and Concussion in Dogs and Cats
Spinal cord contusion and concussion are traumatic injuries in which a blow, fall, or underlying bone disease damages the cord without necessarily fracturing the spine. They disrupt nerve signals to the limbs and bladder, and severe cases can cause sudden paralysis or even respiratory arrest.