It is commonly thought that tonsillitis affects only humans, but dogs have tonsils as well and can develop tonsillitis. When infected, the tonsils will become red and swollen. Tonsillitis is more common in small breeds of dogs, according to the nonprofit animal-rescue organization Pawprints and Purr......[Read More]

The esophagus stretches from the pharynx in the oral cavity and attaches to the stomach. This tube-shaped organ is used to transport food and liquids to the stomach for digestion. Esophagus cancer is extremely rare and accounts for less than 0.5 percent of all cancers in both cats and dogs.......[Read More]

Vaccinating your dog against disease is one of the most important things you can do to protect him against life threatening diseases. Conditions such as parvo, distempter, rabies and leptospirosis can all be prevented with the judicious use of vaccines. Bordatella, while usually not life threatening......[Read More]

Yeast infections may be restricted to specific parts of the dog's body, but in many cases, the entire body is affected. This infection, which frequently begins with a rash, is extremely itchy and associated with a most unpleasant odor. If left untreated, the infected dog's skin takes on an elephant-......[Read More]

Dogs can be prone to repeat ear infections.Dog argentin - Molosse image by philippe marie from Fotolia.comTaking care of your dog can put the hurt on your wallet. This can be especially true with ear infections; once your dog gets one, he is prone to repeat infections. Learning how to.........[Read More]

Hypothyroidism is when the thyroid is not working properly and is not producing enough hormones. Seizures are when a dog's brain sends out uncontrolled signals to the muscles, causing them to spasm. Focal seizures are when this occurs in only part of the brain, resulting in only one are of the body ......[Read More]

Porter the French Bulldog - Westminster Show 2010 © Janet Tobiassen Crosby DVM......[Read More]

Westminster 2011 - Veterinary Professionals and Dogs at the 135th Westminster Dog Show......[Read More]

These shows are not your run of the mill happy-go-lucky musicals. Each one deals with the dark side of human nature within the context of a musical.......[Read More]

When a tick infected with the Borrelia burgdorferi bites a Labrador retriever or any other breed of dog, the dog may begin to experience joint pain or arthritis. Lyme disease--the disease caused from an infected tick--can affect the dog's immune system if the infection isn't immediately diagnosed. O......[Read More]

Driving becomes even more dangerous when there is an animal on the loose in the vehicle. Your dog might decide to climb into your lap or worse, into the well with the pedals. You may also have to deal with emergencies such as your pet peeing on the car seat or making a mad dash for the window. These......[Read More]

Westminster 2011 - Veterinary Professionals and Dogs at the 135th Westminster Dog Show......[Read More]

Your dog's endocrine system comprises the group of glands and tissues that produce and release hormones necessary to keep the body healthy. According to the Merck Veterinary Manual, some of these hormones work only on one tissue or organ, while others affect all cells of the canine body. When diseas......[Read More]

There are a large number of fungal diseases that affect canines, including internal and skin diseases. Having the dog checked out routinely by a veterinarian and taking care of the dog can prevent these conditions from setting in.......[Read More]

Epilepsy is a condition of recurrent seizures (muscles responding to abnormal nerve impulses). There are two types that Labrador Retrievers are prone to: idiopathic and atypical epilepsy. Both appear to be hereditary. Most epileptics can be well controlled with medication.......[Read More]

An occasional cough is normal in dogs, and is usually nothing to be concerned about. However, if your dog has developed a frequent or chronic cough, you need to have him checked by your veterinarian. Although most chronic coughs will turn out to be what basically amounts to a cold, coughing can sign......[Read More]

Intervertebral disk disease can occur in any breed of dog, but is seen most often in breeds with short, thick legs.dog image by Michal Tudek from Fotolia.comIntervertebral disk disease can be a total rupture of the disk or a partial rupture of the disk in the spinal column of a dog..........[Read More]

Degenerative myelopathy in canines is similar to multiple sclerosis in humans. It is a disease that is common in older dogs, and affects muscle coordination and results in neurological symptoms.......[Read More]

Just like humans, dogs sneeze--although dogs do not cover their noses when they do. It is normal for a dog to sneeze once or twice. When a dog sneezes continuously in bouts that occur repeatedly throughout a day, it is usually because something is wrong within its nasal passages.......[Read More]

Meet Potamus, a Mastiff owned by M.C. Kay, a veterinary technician who in her words, is "a complete newbie to the whole Westminster thing." M.C. became interested in Mastiffs after caring for a neglected and abandoned Mastiff who she helped back to health. Meet M.C. and Potamus as they pre......[Read More]