Dogs With Allergies

Dog ear wax is necessary for many reasons, including acting as a shock absorber for the inner layers of the dog’s ear drum, which are very delicate, cutting down on the amount of microorganisms that live within the ear and keeping the ear clean. Just as with your own ears, there is a certain amount [...]

Many dogs have common skin diseases, but the most prevalent of those diseases are yeast infections. The major cause of the dog yeast infection is a microorganism that is found naturally in the stomach and intestines of both humans and dogs.  This yeast is not harmful and in fact, aids with digestion and the processing [...]

One particular area that is often ignored by dog owners is the dog anal gland. Often, secretions and materials can build up around the dog anal gland which can cause infection or an abscess which can result in a great deal of irritation and pain for your dog. If you notice that your dog is [...]

Ear mites in dogs can be contagious between animals – your dog may pass them to your cat and vice versa, or a mother may pass them to her pups. The common species of ear mites in dogs is Otodectes cynotis; however, all types of mites are treated in the same way. If you notice [...]

There really is nothing worse than having a dog with super bad breath sitting and breathing near you. Although it is normal for your dog to have “doggie breath”, this does not mean that the breath should be abnormally smelly or disgusting. If your dog has a breath odor problem, you may try some of [...]

Identifying and treating a dog eye infection can be critical in ensuring that your dog’s eyes remain healthy for years to come. There are many different types of dog eye infection and they can be caused by a variety of occurrences.  Often what happens is that a foreign object can become lodged in your dog’s [...]

Dealing with a dog ear infection early is one of the most important ways to prevent it from getting out of control. Dogs are often afflicted with ear infections caused by yeast or bacteria. Breeds that have long droopy ears require a cleaning regime to prevent infections, but sometimes a dog ear infection can occur [...]

Every dog owner has to deal with certain dog health problems at some point in their relationship with their pet.  It is knowing exactly what to look for in order to identify specific issues that you can either treat on your own and when you need to seek the professional medical advice or treatment of [...]