As the days get colder and darker here in Colorado, people are busy planning Christmas get togethers and heating up their ovens for holiday goodies. Whether you’re baking a batch of gingerbread cookies, perfecting your spice cake or doctoring your eggnog, you’re probably using nutmeg as a favored spice. But before you start adding nutmeg … Read More »
Dog Health
Does Seasonal Affective Disorder Affect Dogs?
Seasonal depression, also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), affects approximately 10 million adults in the U.S. You may have heard of this type of depression and wouldn’t wish it on anyone, especially your pooch! But wait, is SAD something you should be concerned about as a dog parent? Can dogs get seasonal depression? It … Read More »
What You Need to Know About Inflammation in Dogs
Dogs are prone to inflammation, just like humans. This can be caused by a variety of things, such as allergies, injuries, and infections. When your dog is experiencing inflammation, it can be very uncomfortable and even painful. What is Inflammation in Dogs? Inflammation is a common physical response, usually to injury or illness. It’s the … Read More »
Dog Itching Relief & Home Remedies for Skin Allergies
Is your dog’s itchy skin driving him or her bonkers? It might even be getting on your nerves – the scratching, the licking, the chewing. If your dog is itching like crazy it might be driving you both up the walls! Dogs love a good scratch, but excessive itching can be a sign of an … Read More »
Exercise-Induced Collapse in Dogs
Exercise-Induced Collapse (EIC) in dogs is a medical condition causing dogs to collapse during strenuous activity. It is characterized by muscle weakness, lack of coordination, and life-threatening collapse after intense exercise in otherwise healthy dogs. What is Exercise-Induced Collapse in Dogs? Exercise-induced collapse is an inherited neuromuscular disease. From a scientific perspective, the disease is … Read More »
Alopecia in Dogs: Is Your Dog Losing More Hair Than Usual?
Hair loss in dogs is called alopecia. It can appear in a single spot, in patches, or all over the body. Usually alopecia occurs on the top of the head, belly, back and ears. In addition to bald patches, you might notice redness, crusting and swelling around the bald areas. Dogs with this condition tend … Read More »
Tick-Borne Diseases in Dogs – Symptoms and Treatment
Every year, thousands of dogs suffer from a range of tick-borne diseases. These ailments can produce some very serious and painful symptoms for your dog. Some diseases spread by ticks can even be fatal to your dog. Tick-borne diseases are a growing threat to both canine and human health. Ticks are parasites that attach to … Read More »
10 Most Common Health Concerns in Small Breed Dogs
Small breed dogs are popular with many pet owners. Small dogs are undeniably adorable and easier to take care of. Small breed dogs are easier to walk, feed and groom. The most popular small dog breeds include: Chihuahua Maltese Dachshund Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso Pomeranian Boston Terrier Pekingese Pug Bichon Frisé Cavalier King Charles Spaniel … Read More »
