The danger of dogs and cats contracting the H1N1 virus is small. The virus only appears to be transmitted from human to human or human to swine. Could your pet come down with H1N1? Not unless you’re the owner of a Vietnamese potbelly, African pygmy or other pet pig, experts say.
All swine are susceptible to [...]
Skin Infections
Localized skin infections, or what’s are sometimes called “Hot Spots,” are usually caused by a bacterium called Staphylococcus Intermedius, although other bacteria can be involved. In most cases, the cause remains unknown, although they are often due to some underlying factor such as fleas, mites, bacteria, allergies, or irritants (e.g. a harsh shampoo). In [...]
Imagine your pet suffers from an insidious disease she’ll have to suffer with for the rest of her life. Next, picture a simple surgery that can fix it. No more drugs. No more side effects. No more constant testing.
Not that you general practitioner or internal medicine specialist doesn’t deserve a shot at treating your pet’s [...]
Among dog and cat caretakers few topics are more debated than that regarding the vaccination of dogs and cats. In years past, vaccinations for all sorts of diseases were recommended to be given annually… year after year. That protocol was followed by veterinarians because they were told to do so by the vaccine manufacturers [...]
Your pet is very important to you. A companion, a friend, and in a real sense a member of your family. In order to reduce the number of animals ending up in shelters or being euthanized, the CSPCA encourages you to discuss neutering your pet with your veterinarian. Together you can work as a team [...]
It is probably OK for a dog to lick a child’s face. The only disease dogs and humans can pass back and forth through saliva is beta strep throat, which is relatively rare. So don’t be too concerned.
Strep throat – You may want to take your dog to the veterinarian if strep throat has been [...]
Many loving, good-hearted pet owners spend a lot of time and energy making sure their pet has a healthy diet, considering brands, comparing labels, debating moist-versus-dry, and consulting their veterinarian. In all the hubbub, they sometimes forget that an ever-present bowl of clean water may be the most important part of their pet’s diet.
Why is [...]
Kennel Cough in dogs will stimulate a coarse, dry, hacking cough about three to seven days after the dog is initially infected. It sounds as if the dog needs to “clear it’s throat” and the cough will be triggered by any extra activity or exercise. Many dogs that acquire Kennel Cough will cough every few [...]
Dogs get the flu – The Canine flu, (Canine Influenza) in a very similar way as the humans get the flu. Typical dog flu symptoms are:
- Wet cough
-Nasal Discharge
- Eye discharge
- Vomiting
- Sneezing
- Fever
- Labored breathing
- Lethargy
If not treated, the Canine Flu will progress to pneumonia and eventual lead to the death of your dog. If you see any of the above [...]
The canine distemper virus causes a very contagious illness in dogs known as distemper. According to traditional veterinary understanding, Distemper in dogs has not got a cure and is frequently lethal. In the past, distemper was the premiere reason for death among puppies who had not been immunized. The canine distemper virus is spread [...]
