Dog Health

Intervertebral Disc Disease In Dogs (IVDD): Slipped Disc in Dogs

What are the normal functions of an intervertebral disc? Intervertebral discs sit between the vertebral bodies (spinal bones) and have several important functions: What is intervertebral disc disease in dogs? Disc extrusions (Hansen type I) With this form, intervertebral disc material herniates into the spinal canal. Extruded disk material might be substantial and consume more […]

Hypoglycemia in Dogs: Why It Happens and How to Treat It

Hypoglycemia in dogs, also known as low blood sugar, can be a serious medical condition. If left untreated, it can be fatal if the blood sugar drops too low. It's important for pet owners to know the symptoms and how to recognize when an episode begins. Here are some basics of what hypoglycemia is, why […]

Mitral Valve Disease in Dogs: The Most Common Heart Disease In Dogs

Mitral valve disease in dogs is a very common condition of the heart, typically affecting older dogs. It is a progressive disease that results in the deterioration of the mitral valve, which separates the left atrium from the left ventricle. This can lead to congestive heart failure, which is characterized by a buildup of fluid […]

Masticatory Myositis In Dogs - Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Masticatory myositis in dogs is an inflammatory condition that affects the muscles of the jaw and those that are responsible for chewing (mastication). The cause of masticatory myositis is unknown, but it is thought to be caused by an autoimmune disease. Dogs with masticatory myositis may experience pain and swelling in the jaw muscles, and […]

Ununited Anconeal Process In Dogs (UAP)

What are the causes of an ununited anconeal process in dogs? There are a number of hypotheses regarding how UAP develops. Most dogs fuse their anconeal process and rest of the ulna between 14-15 weeks of age, but some breeds may fuse later (e.g. 16-20 weeks in the German shepherd dog). It is unclear the […]

Syringomyelia In Dogs

Syringomyelia is an accumulation of fluid in the spinal cord spaces, occurring most often in Cavalier King Charles spaniels and other breeds. Syringomyelia most frequently occurs secondary to Chiari-like malformation because of the obstruction to the flow of cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) at the base of the skull. Syringomyelia can produce a variety of symptoms including phantom […]

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