Pet Wisdom
Often caused by an underlying autoimmune condition, Addison's disease is a hormonal disorder seen in dogs characterized by a low hormone output by the adrenal glands. Here, vets explain more about this serious condition and how Addison's disease in dogs can be treated.
Most dogs will chew just about anything, but what should you do if something gets lodged in your dog's mouth or throat and they start to choke? Here, veterinarians discuss the Heimlich maneuver for dogs and other care tips.
While fluid in the lungs (pulmonary edema) is most commonly associated with pneumonia in dogs, fluid can build up in the lungs as a result of several other conditions. Today, we explain more about the causes, symptoms, and treatments for fluid in the lungs in dogs.
While we do our best to protect our pets, eye injuries can happen. Here, we share some of the common eye injury types in dogs as well as their common causes, symptoms, and what you can do to help.
Veterinarians can use MRI to help diagnose a range of health issues in dogs ranging from torn ACLs to brain tumors. Today we look at ways MRI scans can be an important diagnostic tool.
Hypothyroidism is a common condition in dogs that may lead to weight gain, coat and skin issues and reduced energy or changes in behavior. Here, vets explain more about this condition, including what diet is best for treating it.
Your pet's vision is key to their general well-being and overall health. Because of this, keeping track of their eye health is very important. Here, we share some insight on when and why your pet needs an eye exam.
Lyme disease is one of the most common tick-transmitted diseases in the world. In this post, vets share information about Lyme disease in pets: what it is, symptoms to watch for and treatment options.
Limping is a common reason that vets see dogs at animal hospitals. Today we look at some causes of limping in dogs, what you can do to help and when to see a veterinarian.
Heartworm disease is a serious, often fatal condition in dogs that can result in severe lung disease, heart failure, organ damage, and more. Preventing heartworm disease is both easier on your pet, and on your wallet than treating the disease after your dog gets ill. Our vets discuss heartworm in dogs and how to prevent it.
