tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30303680384901580172024-03-18T05:18:20.374-04:00Dawg Business: It's Your Dog's Health!We have a new home. New dog health articles and information will be there. Please bookmark our new blog from now on: mydogsymptoms.comDawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.comBlogger1533125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-20410723746998352052019-08-11T18:45:00.001-04:002019-08-11T18:49:09.723-04:00New Dog Health and Care Articles
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Ginger's DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-63792427012056340692019-06-29T11:54:00.002-04:002019-06-29T11:54:22.736-04:00Have You Been Missing Out on New and Updated Dog Health Articles?
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Potty Accidents in Dogs: Incontinence versus UTIs
What should you make of it when your dog starts having potty accidents? Do urinary incontinence, and urinary tract infections (UTI’s) look the same? What DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-57261151627817184792019-06-13T13:06:00.001-04:002019-06-13T13:06:30.878-04:00Giveaway: Become a Rock Star of Veterinary Visits
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Are you taking your dog to a vet for a wellness exam or because they’re ill? Do you know what questions to ask your veterinarian? Do you know how to get the most DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-7204631130589099162019-05-17T17:26:00.001-04:002019-05-17T17:26:25.610-04:00Dog Symptoms: When Is It an Emergency?
Does your dog's injury or illness call for an emergency veterinary visit?
Dogs pant. They pant when they exercise, when they are hot, they pant when they are excited. Panting is your dog’s way to cool their body. Because dogs don’t sweat like we do the only effective way they can cool themselves is by panting. All dogs do that, and it is perfectly normal.
Even if your dog looks to be in DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-12919028473438678052019-05-10T11:25:00.005-04:002020-05-10T14:48:49.499-04:00Symptoms To Watch For In Your Dog: Excessive Panting - updated
Why is my dog panting so much?
Dogs pant. They pant when they exercise, when they are hot, they pant when they are excited. Panting is your dog’s way to cool their body. Because dogs don’t sweat like we do the only effective way they can cool themselves is by panting. All dogs do that, and it is perfectly normal.
What is normal for your dog and what are the circumstances?
If your DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-71656898252412774392019-05-03T11:18:00.000-04:002019-05-03T11:21:00.421-04:00Symptoms to Watch for in Your Dog: Excessive Drinking - updated
Why is my dog drinking so much?
Since you’re asking that question, the issue isn’t really how much your dog drinks but that they are drinking more than they usually would, correct? Because it is the change that it’s significant, not necessarily the amount of water they consume.
How much water your dog needs depends on their size, diet, activity, and even the environment. There might DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-17861146422999161032019-04-27T17:10:00.003-04:002019-05-02T19:32:52.236-04:00We Are Moving! Bookmark Our New LocationWe have exciting news. After staying put for many years, we decided it is time to move on to a WordPress blog. We are in the process of making a new home there.
What is even more exciting, our new home also comes with a new, fabulous domain--mydogsymptoms.com. How awesome is that? Much more appropriate, don't you think? We will work on redirecting visitors to the new place but to save DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-70287138718562311972019-04-25T17:00:00.000-04:002019-05-04T21:24:16.533-04:00Symptoms: Recognition, Acknowledgement And Denial - updated
Observing doesn't mean understanding
a symptom n. an abnormality caused by a disease that is observable in a sick animal. ~Dictionary of Veterinary Terms: Vet-speak Deciphered for the Non-veterinarian
The above definition points out two important things. A symptom is an abnormality, and it can be observed. Note: Technically–as it was pointed out to me by my book editor–the more accurate DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-16807621422142217802019-04-23T17:00:00.000-04:002019-04-23T17:00:16.432-04:00Phoenix's Lethargy and Loss of AppetiteHow seriously do you take your dog's loss of appetite and lethargy? How does it fit with your dog's normal? How does it fit in the big picture?
Would your point of view on the same set of symptoms change if your dog was an intact female who just recently finished her heat cycle?
What difference does that make?
Phoenix was a middle-aged, intact female. She's been always healthy and hasn't DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-42445024446416693002019-04-22T17:00:00.000-04:002019-04-22T17:00:02.920-04:00What Would You Do if It Was Your Dog: R.G. Hind End Lameness and Paralysis
R.G.
German Shepherd
spayed female
R.G. was a happy, active girl, until one day she suddenly became lame on her rear end. She could barely walk. When examined, she was showing neurological deficits. The preliminary diagnosis was a disc injury.
The veterinarian recommended an MRI.
R.G.'s parents agreed to the testing. When the results came back, R.G. was diagnosed with a herniated disc. TheDawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-74592860033170368762019-04-19T11:28:00.000-04:002019-04-19T11:28:46.639-04:00Have You Heard About Kinesiology/Physio Taping for Dogs?I came across the term of kinesiology taping once--there isn't much talk about it. Is it a new technique, a well-kept secret, or something not worth mentioning?
Physio tape. Image Parkside Animal Hospital
When I first read about physio taping for dogs, it didn't strike my curiosity--I couldn't say why not. I am always interested in alternative approaches and techniques. Perhaps it sounded DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-59747900605898715032019-04-16T17:00:00.000-04:002019-04-16T17:00:07.325-04:00Zaida's Potty AccidentsA house-broken dog won't start urinating in the house without a good reason. Any change in your dog's behavior or habits is an essential piece of information. What are your dog's urinary accidents telling you?
Zaida is a perfectly well house-trained girl. When her parents found urine puddles in the kitchen, they were puzzled. They were trying to figure it out but seeing a vet did not cross DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-62649029928090173312019-04-15T17:00:00.000-04:002019-04-15T17:00:02.229-04:00What Would You Do if It Was Your Dog: What Is Wrong with Suki?
Suki
7 years old at the time
Labrador/Beagle Mix
spayed female
The first thing that stood out about Suki when she was adopted at the age of 7 was a low-hanging nelly. It was the first time Suki's mom had a dog. Was Suki pregnant? Overweight? Or is there something wrong with Suki?
Suki's new mom took her for a veterinary exam.
The vet assured them that the belly was nothing to worry about.DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-47945971263437985842019-04-11T15:51:00.000-04:002019-05-02T19:33:08.870-04:00Symptoms to Watch for in Your Dog: Eye DischargeTo remain healthy and functional, the eyes are continuously lubricated by tear liquid. The job of this liquid is to prevent dryness, protect from irritants and debris, prevent infections, assist healing and even to nourish the surface cells of the eyes.
The tear liquid is more than just water
You would be surprised how complex the tear liquid is. There is an outer lipid layer, which DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-45248658581889653352019-04-09T17:00:00.000-04:002019-04-13T17:14:36.284-04:00Arthritis or a Knee Injury? Oscar's StoryCollies are like furry rockets. They have endless energy stores and are the happiest in motion. Oscar is no exception.
At one time, Oscar became a bit lame. X-rays revealed that Oscar had some arthritis in his hips. The problem responded to medical treatment and before long Oscar was back in the saddle. His limp has gone and he enjoyed life the way he deserved--in motion.
Until lameness DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-73290102934632196692019-04-08T17:30:00.000-04:002019-04-09T12:31:33.999-04:00What Would You Do if It Was Your Dog: Tosha's Hind Leg Limp
Tosha
Australian Shepherd
5 years old at the time (or so)
spayed female
The worst thing you can do when your dog is showing a symptom of a problem is to jump to conclusions. What immediately seems most evident to you is determined by your past experiences or things you heard or read about. There is an equal chance of your being right or wrong.
Tosha's story started with diarrhea.
That DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-13083855351126713752019-04-04T14:35:00.000-04:002019-05-02T19:40:26.162-04:00Symptoms to Watch for in Your Dog: Skin Pigmentation ChangesDog skin color is determined by cells that produce pigment, melanin. Different breeds come with different skin color. What does it mean, though, when your dog's skin color changes?
Like with any change, it's important to pay attention.
Systemic
Yellow skin
If your dog's skin turns yellow, it is referred to as jaundice--this is serious. Though you're more likely to notice jaundice in the DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-38388795640982924312019-04-02T17:00:00.000-04:002019-04-02T17:00:03.520-04:00Holly's Bulging EyeHow fast a problem crops up can provide an important indication about its root. The speed of onset is one of the essential clues to how urgent it is to address. On top of that, when the eyes are involved, I wouldn't wait anyway.
Holly's problem cropped up literally overnight. She was perfectly fine when she went to bed and woke up with her eye bulging out and a swollen neck on the same side.
DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-15773095161362550422019-04-01T17:00:00.000-04:002019-04-01T17:00:07.939-04:00What Would You Do if It Was Your Dog: Viva's Elevated Liver Values
Viva
Hovawart
6 years old
spayed female
Viva was adopted when she was 5 years old. She has battled with several health issues over time. In the care of her new family, she has improved remarkably. Just when her dad figured they had everything under control something new showed up.
Viva's liver values were elevated.
Nothing crazy, nothing that would immediately warrant concern. Many thingsDawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-82680490227680070732019-03-28T17:00:00.000-04:002019-03-29T10:56:26.394-04:00Luxating Patella Surgical RepairLuxating patella is the dislocation of the kneecap--the small bone in front of the knee joint. At the top, the kneecap is attached to the quadriceps tendon and at the bottom to the patellar ligament. It not only protects the front of the knee but it assists with the joint movement--straightening of the knee.
In a normal knee, the kneecap movement is constrained within a groove which DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-21935952245114545982019-03-26T17:00:00.000-04:002019-03-27T15:31:17.908-04:00Stacey's Persistent VomitingWhen your dog throws up once, you may or may not need to be concerned depending on how your dog is feeling. If it keeps happening, you need to take action.
Goldens are known for their hearty appetite. As a breed, they are predisposed to serious health issues, but a weak stomach isn't one of them.
Stacey started regularly puking to two times a day.
Consistent vomiting like that signals a DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-35030808697155305852019-03-25T17:00:00.000-04:002019-03-25T17:00:07.506-04:00What Would You Dog if It Was Your Dog: Joey's Fast Decline
Joey
Mixed Breed
10 years at the time
neutered male
Finding his forever home was the best thing that happened to Joey. He needed lots of work to adjust to life in the city home but he learned amazingly well and became the best dog ever.
The first thing Joey's mom noticed was that he seemed to be a little stiff on one of his legs. Because he did injure the leg in the past, that could have DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-36470528017917222482019-03-21T17:00:00.000-04:002019-03-21T17:00:00.617-04:00The Role Music Can Play In Your Dog's Health, Wellness and Happinessby Greg Ceci
Music has been said to be a universal language. Stevie Wonder wrote the lyrics, “Music is a world within itself, with a language we all understand” in his 1976 song Sir Duke. I'd say that's both pretty accurate and prophetic.
It turns out that thus far, science mostly agrees with Stevie. However, the debate over the level of universality of music continues amongst musicians, DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-70230440676364562932019-03-19T17:00:00.000-04:002019-03-31T17:49:51.431-04:00Juno's Luxating PatellaNo, I didn't get the photo mixed up. Juno is a 96 pound Dogue De Bordeaux, and this is her story.
If a big girl like Juno starts limping on her hind leg, you'd think the prime suspects would be a torn cruciate ligament or hip dysplasia--issues that large breed dogs are most likely to get.
Luxating patella is something that plagues small breeds only, right? This condition affects DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-32231303606737102452019-03-18T17:00:00.000-04:002019-03-31T17:45:39.750-04:00What Would You Do if It Was Your Dog: Rufus' Collapse
Rufus
Bull Mastiff
2 years old at the time
Neutered male
I remember when our neighbors got Rufus. He was one of the happiest puppies I've ever seen. He grew up to be a big boy, still just as happy and friendly. He loved everybody and loved life.
That day I came into the kitchen and happened to look outside.
I saw Rufus was there. But he wasn't playing and having a good time. He was lying DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com0