Not exact matches
Just like humans,
dogs can be plagued by a wide
range of different
health problems.
Although purebred
dogs are sometimes denigrated as harboring all sorts of genetic abnormalities and mixed breed
dogs are sometimes claimed to be healthier than their purebred cousins, the truth is that all
dog have the same
range of
health problems.
Dogs that have excess fat in their body are at risk of developing a wide
range of life - threatening canine
health issues like skin
problems, hormonal disorders, musculoskeletal diseases, heart complications, and cancer.
Many former puppy mill
dogs are left with a host of
health issues
ranging from dental
problems, severely matted fur, eye, ear, and throat infections, and severe genetic deformities.
Brenda Bonnett, a consulting veterinary epidemiologist stated that, according to the results of her study of Swedish
dog - insurance data from 1995 to 2006, «bulldogs are significantly more likely than other
dogs to suffer from a wide
range of
health issues, including ear and eye
problems».
We all want our new puppies to be protected from infectious disease, but it's important to know that vaccines can be just as harmful to your
dog and can cause a wide
range of
health problems, from minor fever to respiratory diseases to cancer.
Wheat is a common allergen for
dogs that can cause an antibody response
ranging from itchiness, hair loss and skin infections, to chronic ear infections or more serious
health problems.
Improper cleaning of indoor
dog toilets can result in a buildup of fumes which are not only harmful, but can result in a wide
range of
problems both in the home and in terms of overall
health.
The
range of possible
health problem s
dogs can get is quite large, and even just enlisting every possible disease would turn into quite a formidable article.
Senior
dogs typically present with a lot of
health problems from diminished muscle strength, stability issues, chronic pain, reduced
range of motion of the joints, and even bone fragility.
Dogs who don't get enough water can suffer from a
range of
health problems, from heat stroke to kidney failure.
These
dogs were seen for a variety of
health problems ranging from breathing
problems, eye
problems, skin disorders, orthopedic
problems, or cancer and were therefore listed as «case».
Medications might help to address
problems with your
dog's
health, but they can also cause a
range of side effects including a lack of appetite.
Covers a wide
range of topics, including: choosing a veterinarian... learning about breeders and breed rescue groups... identifying
health problems... choosing collars, harnesses, halters and leashes... caring for an aging
dog... and feeding, grooming and traveling with a
dog.
Tiny
dogs share a
range of sometimes serious
health problems which we'll look at below.
Did you know that brushing your
dog's teeth can prevent a
range of unpleasant
health problems that have nothing to do with
dog breath?
Chiropractic care can help
dogs with a wide
range of
health problems — from chronic pain to difficulty chewing to bowel and bladder dysfunction.