When discussing old dog diseases, it is always good to ask the question, "What exactly is an old dog?" After all, some ailments are far more commonly known as old dog diseases than others.Depending on the breed, the meaning of "old" can vary, but it usually starts around 10 years of age. As a dog gets older, its behavior changes too. The signs of aging in a dog are very similar to those of humans. For example, old dogs have reduced energy levels. They sleep longer, they have less enthusiasm for energetic activities, and just don't play like...
3/31/2013
Reacting to a dog's urinary tract infection (UTI) depends on the severity of the infection and the cause. The infection can lead to inflammation of the urethra, prostate, bladder, ureters and kidneys. In severe cases the problem can cause kidney failure. In most cases the problem is caused by bacteria or fungus passing from your dog's gastrointestinal tract into the urethra (tube that carries urine from the body) and bladder.Dog's with strong immune systems and properly working urinary systems usually do not contract the problem. Is is important...
Searching for the best diabetic dog food should lead you to a cure, rather than simply to stop the symptoms getting worse. The reason being is that the food you feed your dog may be the cause of the diabetes.You may well be insulted by this remark. After all, you do your best. You choose the best dog food recommended by your learned and trusted veterinarian. Surely they know best? And it isn't as if you buy cheap food. You may be spending a lot on the dog food that you believe is the best.Let's run through a few facts that may lead your vet to...
3/30/2013
When dealing with an unhealthy liver canine owners do have options. If your dog is exhibiting symptoms, a natural dog treatment program may be your answer. The liver is the largest organ in your dog's body, and it is also one of the most important to his health. Canine liver disease is the 5th leading cause of death in dogs. Because so many essential physiological functions happen in the liver, it is critical that the liver is in a healthy state. As with any pet health issue, prevention is always better than treating disease. However, many times...
Strokes in dogs are very rare. They occur when the blood flow to the brain has been impaired. There are two types of strokes, namely hemorrhagic and schemic. The former occurs when a vessel breaks, while the latter occurs when blood supply is diminished for some reason.CausesCanine strokes can occur for a number of reasons. Some occur because of severe trauma to the head, such as being hit by a car. Dogs that ingest poisons may also have a stroke. Underlying medical conditions can also be to blame. Common conditions include Cushing's disease, heart...
Unlike other diseases, diabetes does not have obvious symptoms that define if one person has it or not. It does not cause constant high fever, it does not make a patient vomit for no apparent reason and most of all, no bleeding ever occurs. And because of that, any person can have it without really knowing it.Now that can be a pretty disturbing thought right? Then again, knowing that you have diabetes is not really that hard especially if you are in tuned with your body. According to a diabetes blog, you just have to watch out for certain symptoms...
3/29/2013
When it comes to noticing the warnings signs of diabetes, most people tend to overlook them because these signs can seem so normal. That's why many have termed this disease the "silent killer." You won't lose your hair like cancer or develop sores on your body like other serious diseases. But make no mistake: even thought the diabetic symptoms may seem subtle, this is still a very dangerous illness to have.Doctors now believe that noticing these signs of diabetes and getting officially diagnosed is crucial. Getting treated for this disease as soon...
As the pet healthcare industry becomes more proficient, pets are able to live longer life even if they should contact diseases like diabetes. More manageable than ever before, diabetes in dogs can be treated and control with medication and most importantly a properly control diet.The first most important aspect of a control diabetic diet is to not allow your dog to gain and lose too much weight. Weight changes would affect the amount of insulin needed to control diabetes and any planned changes to gain or slim down have to be done under the supervision...
The dog won't eatTypically speaking we are assured our dog is feeling great when they gobble down their food, although you can be sure that something isn't right when the dog won't eat. It is a weird thing for a dog to skip a meal and this is a telling warning sign that you have a lethargic dog on your hands. If you find your dog hasn't eaten in 24 hours it is time for a veterinarian visit. However if you have observed your dogs eating patterns have gone the other way, such as suddenly the dog has changed into a food crook and is raiding the bins...
3/28/2013
Finding out the causes and symptoms of diabetes in dogs is a humane thing to do for those who really love their pets. For a dog to suffer with a disease such as diabetes can be just as dangerous as it is for a human.Here in this informative article on the causes and symptoms of diabetes in dogs, we will take a look at the facts that will help you to learn what causes diabetes in dogs and how to recognize its symptoms. This can help you give your pet a longer, happier life.The cause of diabetes in dogs is similar to the cause of diabetes in humans...
When you first get a dog, you never really think that down the road at some point your pet will get sick. Thankfully, most common canine ailments are readily treatable with medication, so dogs can live long happy lives as modern medicine keeps their illnesses at bay. Common dog illnesses that can be managed with medication include ear infections,heart disease, heartworm, kidney disease and arthritis.Ear InfectionsEar infections are a very common treatable ailment that can affect dogs. Some breeds, especially those with large floppy or hairy ears,...
It can come as a shock to walk your dog and notice blood when your dog urinates! Obviously that's not good. It's also not something to ignore in the hopes that it will go away on its own.There are many possible causes for canine blood in urine, but none are reliably minor and several can potentially lead to your pet's death. If you do see blood in canine urine, the first thing to do is get your dog to the vet immediately. Until you know what your dog has, and how far it has progressed, you are in a poor position to evaluate how dangerous the condition...
3/27/2013
The media is full of reports about the increasing obesity problem in pet dogs. So, if your dog is losing weight, you should be pleased, right? If you have cut back on his food intake and increased his exercise, then you can certainly expect him to weigh less. However, if there has been no change to his diet and lifestyle, a sudden loss of weight may be a cause for concern.There are three main reasons for such weight loss in dogs, and we will have a look at each one in turn.1. Your dog may have difficulty absorbing food, so he's not actually getting...
Diabetes Mellitus is a medical condition in the human body wherein the pancreas do not supply the normal or even the required amount of insulin to the body resulting in high sugar levels. Before you can ask what are the symptoms of diabetes, you should be aware that there are mainly two types of diabetes. Type 1 diabetes is a type of autoimmune disease. Meaning, the body's immune system turns against a particular body part itself. The immune system attacks the insulin-producing pancreas. A person has to take insulin doses daily for this. Type 2...
There are many people who are not able to detect diabetes mellitus symptoms. Symptoms should be detected in the early stage, otherwise a person may develop serious health problems. It is advisable that you do not take diabetes lightly. Generally diabetes mellitus symptoms are very hard to detect and they cannot be identified at the early stage.If a person has diabetes mellitus then there are no noticeable changes seen externally. Symptoms do not generally cause pain because the disease is working in the background. If the symptoms remain undetected...
3/26/2013
If you change to the right diabetic dog food, you stand a chance of reversing the diabetes. Yes, you did read that correctly. No, I'm not telling you porkies. This may be dependent on the length of time your dog has had diabetes, and the treatment he has had. Although these factors are less important than the overall health of your dog.I can be confident in making this claim because it is usually the food causing the diabetes in the first place. If you remove the cause, the effect goes away. What passes for dog food in the highly lucrative pet...
You feel that you have been taking good care of your Dachshund since the day he entered your door. But despite your best efforts to ensure his health, sickness will always find its way to invade your dog's life. Some of these illnesses are common and curable. But these common and curable illnesses can be the way to serious and dangerous disease if left untreated at the right time.A Dachshund is characterized with long spinal column and short rib cage. That is the reason why they are more prone to health problems related to spine. They are more...
Diabetes is becoming more common in people and pets alike. Experts say that one in every 300-400 dogs and cats seen by a veterinarian will be diagnosed with diabetes. The reason this could be is that our pets are living longer and are being fed more lest leading to being overweight. In dogs, diabetes mellitus is caused by an autoimmune disease that attack the insulin producing cells in the pancreas. Without enough insulin the blood glucose (sugar) levels rise. Obese dogs are more prone to the disease because being overweight is often associated...
3/25/2013
Just what is pancreatitis in dogs, anyway? It's simply an inflammation of your pooch's pancreas. So what's a pancreas? It's a little gland located near the stomach. It has two main jobs--to produce enzymes that help digest food, and to produce insulin, which regulates the blood sugar level.Miniature Schnauzers have a genetic susceptibility to this condition. Yorkshire and Silky Terriers, Miniature Poodles, and Cocker Spaniels also seem to be more susceptible. It tends to occur more frequently in dogs that are older, overweight or diabetic.Types...
Diabetes is one of the disorders of the body that can be managed with all cautions. There are various types of remedies - prescription medication, home remedies, Yoga, Pranayama, Homeopathy, and so on. 'Homeopathic medicine for diabetes' is not a new approach to cure diabetes. Homeopathic treatment has been in practice from long years as an alternative medicine. Though some people may question the concept of homeopathic cure option, there is sufficient evidence to claim that homeopathy cures diabetes. As an alternative system of medicine, homeopathy...
Has your dog been acting odd, or eating the same yet losing weight? Learn what the symptoms of canine diabetes are and when you may need to see the vet.Of course, if your dog seems to be acting in any unusual way, you are the best judge, of when your pet needs to visit the Veterinarian. With this in mind, what are some Dog Diabetes Symptoms? In early stage dog diabetes, you may notice that your fuzz ball is drinking unusually large amounts of water, frequent urination's also accompanies this insatiable apatite for water. If you find yourself filling...
3/24/2013
Humans aren't the only ones that suffer from kidney ailments. There are a number of diseases and conditions which can cause dogs to suffer as well The problem is, they can't tell you when they are in pain or feeling discomfort. That's why it is important for you to be able to recognize canine kidney symptoms in your dog. Even though a number of conditions produce the same types of symptoms, recognizing that something unusual is happening can encourage you to get a diagnosis and provide your dog with the care he needs before he goes into total renal...
Sometimes dogs seem to shiver and shake all over, worrying their owners. Here are a few reasons why your dog may be trembling.• Dogs get cold and shiver just like we do, especially those with very short hair. That's why you see so many Chihuahuas in sweaters, and why the little dogs seem to be shaking all the time.• A trembling dog can also be a dog experiencing pain. If your dog seems to hesitate before doing a normal activity, it might indicate that something hurts. A sore back or an upset stomach can make a dog shake.• A fearful dog is a shaky...
Our senior dogs are living longer and healthier lives due to better nutrition, owner care and advances in veterinary medicine. However, as our dogs get older, they become subject to a number of age-related canine diseases. What is "old" for a dog? Probably the best definition is the last 25% of your dog's life. Our aging dogs have been our loving companions for many years and we have learned to appreciate their good, or at least predictable, behavior and calm demeanor. However you recently may have started to notice changes in your dog's appearance,...
3/23/2013
As an adult, diabetes is something that can creep up on you without any warning. Well, that's not quite true -- there are definite warning signs for adult-onset diabetes, but they're often ignored or mistaken for other things. Since diabetes is a serious disease, it's important to recognize these signs as early as possible in order to minimize health problems and other complications. This is especially true of overweight adults, who are very much at risk of diabetes.The classic signs of adult diabetes are frequent urination and constant thirst....
Will the dog die from canine pancreatitis?Can something be done to make sure it doesn't appear?If my dog has Canine Pancreatitis, how do I treat it?For the first question, you should know that only the cases that get to severe stages can become fatal. The other two questions can be answered if you know how the Pancreas works and what it is.The disease appears when those enzymes leak instead of getting to the intestines. The end result is an inflammation, which as it advances, so does the severity of the disease.There are a number of causes which...
The diabetes complication is the most common cause of Hypoglycemia. Body fails to use glucose, and the diabetes occurs. It happens because the pancreas is not capable enough to produce insulin. On the other hand, insulin is available but not effective. According to body system, glucose has to enter into body cells, whether it prepares in the blood. Hypoglycemia occurs mostly when people use insulin to keep their blood sugar low. Type 1 diabetics and some patients of type 2 diabetes use insulin. Type 2 diabetics taking oral drugs, sulfonylureas...
3/22/2013
The presence of canine blood in urine can be of great concern. This is a normal reaction, but the emotional stress the owner feels at the time must be tempered with calm action. Any sign of blood in canine urine must be investigated in order to determine what is causing it. This article examines a few of the more common reasons.InjuryWhile there are many reasons for the presence of blood in canine urine, injury is one of the more common. A dog that has been injured in some way may have internal damage to its organs. The presence of canine blood...
Natural herbs have been used over the ages to manage blood-sugar levels in humans, without using insulin. Only recently has cat and dog diabetes become a problem due to lack of exercise combined with improper food habits. Here is my list of four healing herbs you can use to help your furry diabetic friend.Cat and dog diabetes are common in North American pets, with the majority of pet owners turning to natural treatments for pets with diabetes. Using natural diabetic treatments for cat and dog diabetes allows owners of pets with diabetes to naturally...
Type 1 diabetes affects about 1 million people in America. In most cases people that develop symptoms are less than 30 years old. The bodys immune system destroys the part of the body that creates insulin. Thus, without insulin the body cannot use the glucose it needs derived from the food you eat. With a high level of glucose in the blood, known as Hyperglycemia you develop symptoms that include.· Thirsty all the time· Your hungry all the time· Tired or fatigued· Weight lossType 1 is a common cause of blindness, amputation, heart disease and many...
3/21/2013
Diabetes is one of the most recognizable endocrine diseases a Cocker Spaniel can get. In dogs it is the same as it is in humans. Not being able to metabolize sugars in the blood results from the lack of insulin the Pancreas is able to produce. This article will describe Cocker Spaniel diabetes and what to be aware of.The deficiency of the insulin hormone comes in two typesType l: the body does not produce enough insulinType ll: the body is no longer able to produce insulin effectively. Type ll diabetes in dogs is rare; they are more susceptible...
Dog DiabetesThere are two kinds of canine diabetes: diabetes mellitus and diabetes insipidus. Diabetes mellitus is much more common and involves problems with the breakdown of carbohydrates, and resultant problems maintaining sufficient levels of insulin. Diabetes insipidus occurs less frequently and is caused by reduced production of antidiuretc hormone.Canine Diabetes MellitusThis form of canine diabetes is the most common and is similar in many ways to diabetes in humans. It is generally an inherited condition, though in some cases it can be...
Canine liver disease is the 5th leading cause of non-accidental death amongst man's best friend. Just having a little knowledge of this common, but little written about condition, could save the life of your family pet.When my West Highland Terrier Joe was diagnosed with a liver condition, I found to my angst that much of his suffering could have been avoided had I known the signs to look for and steps that I could have taken early on to aid his full recovery. Fortunately Joe is now, thanks to a few simple changes in his lifestyle, back on track...
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