Dog Health

4 Reasons for Sudden Blindness in Dogs

Sudden blindness in dogs is unsettling, both for pets and their people. When a dog loses vision out of the blue, it’s easy to feel anxious and overwhelmed. There are a handful of reasons why this can happen, and some causes may lead to permanent vision loss if not treated quickly. Knowing what to watch […]

Medially Luxating Patella in Dogs and How to Treat It

A medial luxating patella is a condition that affects the part of the stifle (knee) where the patella (kneecap) should sit. The patella can slide out of its normal position and into various locations, which causes pain for your dog. It's important to see your veterinarian if you notice your dog limping, not jumping up, […]

What Causes Head Tilt in Dogs? Symptoms and Treatment

Head tilt in dogs is a common medical symptom. A dog will tilt its head for a variety of reasons, and head tilt is not always considered serious. Dogs can head tilt because of geriatric vestibular disease that leaves them with balance problems or it could be due to ear infection or head injury. The […]

Giardia Parasite in Dogs: What You Need to Know

Giardia is among one of the most common intestinal parasites that cause disease to the dog's intestine. Giardia is a parasite that causes disease of the intestines in dogs and cats and we see many cases here in Kitchener. Giardia in dogs is especially concerning as it is a zoonotic parasite. This means the parasite […]

Understanding Iliopsoas Muscle Injury In Dogs

Understanding iliopsoas muscle injury in dogs is key for any owner of a very active dog. The iliopsoas (pronounced: ilio-so-as) muscle functions to flex the hip, essential for everyday movements of the hindlimbs. Injuries to this muscle, such as strains or tears can lead to lameness, pain in the groin area, and decreased hindlimb mobility. […]

The Truth About Panting in Dogs: Why They Do It and What it Means

Dog panting is an important way for dogs to regulate their temperature. Dogs can cool themselves down through panting by evaporating water in their mouths and across the dog's tongue which cools them off. Panting helps dogs regulate body temperature because it causes air to flow over the dog's wet mucous membranes in its mouth […]

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