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What to Do After a Dog Is Poisoned
If a dog shows signs of poisoning, it should be taken to the veterinary hospital immediately.
Dog Diarrhea: Causes and What to Do
Normal dog stool is formed brown 1-2 times daily; diarrhea is soft/watery, more frequent, sometimes with blood or odor, and low energy. Causes range from diet and stress to viruses, bacteria, parasites, IBD, and tumors; fast, probiotics, and vet care by severity.
Feline Idiopathic Cystitis (FIC) Explained
Other conditions can cause symptoms like FIC, so they must be ruled out before diagnosing FIC.
How to Treat Blood Parasites (Schistosomiasis) in Dogs
Canine blood-parasite infection may show as fever, jaundice, or blood in stool or urine, depending on the parasite. Prevention is regular deworming; acute schistosomiasis needs vet diagnosis, not self-medication.
Do Dogs Cry Because They Are Sad?
Many have seen dogs shed tears and think the dog cries from moved or reluctant feelings. Do dogs really use tears to show emotion like humans?
How to Help Your Dog Safely Get Through Summer
Summer is here and it is getting hotter; the dog at home gets restless. To get through summer safely, these details must be noted.
How to Get a Dog That Won’t Drink Water to Drink
Water is essential for a dog's normal physiology and metabolism. Both humans and dogs need lots daily. Water is over 60% of an adult dog's weight, about 80% of a puppy's. Lack of water causes stalled digestion, constipation, trapped toxins reabsorbed, severe gut damage, and long-term stones and disease.
How to Get Rid of Dog Tear Stains
Reddish-brown marks around the eyes are tear stains. Common in Pugs, Shih Tzus, Pomeranians - actually all dogs have this issue.
Symptoms and Treatment of Fungal Skin Disease in Dogs
Fungal skin disease in dogs, commonly called ringworm, is the most common dog skin disease, mainly from Microsporum canis and M. gypseum. A veterinarian explains the symptoms and treatment.
Early Symptoms of Uremia in Dogs
Canine uremia is a toxic syndrome from kidney failure that lets metabolic wastes build up. Signs include lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea, breathing and heart changes; peritoneal dialysis is the main treatment and needs urgent vet care.