Dogs are unfortunately susceptible to several parasitic worms such as roundworms, hookworms, heartworms, tapeworms, and whipworms. Most healthy adult dogs have developed an immunity so that the number of such parasites is kept in check. But when...
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Ticks can transmit and cause several tick-borne diseases (such as Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and canine ehrlichiosis). It is therefore very important to take preventive measures against tick infestations in dogs. There are ways...
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As fleas can cause various health issues to dogs, it is essential to eradicate fleas if you find them on your dog. This page looks at some common products of dog flea medicine that are currently widely used for canine flea control. These products...
More infoAlthough there are newer and safer products of dog flea medicine on the market to treat and prevent flea infestations in dogs, there are still quite a few traditional flea products available, such as flea shampoos, dips, sprays, and flea collars...
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Many dog parents wonder if they can use over-the-counter medications to treat minor health problems in dogs. While some OTC meds are safe for our dogs, many of them are quite dangerous simply because dogs have different metabolisms and physiology...
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Corticosteroids, such as Prednisone, are usually the first option that comes to mind when thinking of dog allergy treatment. These medicines usually work very well and can produce fast and good results. For example, the amount of itching and...
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Is your dog’s coughing keeping you up at night? There are many possible causes of coughing in dogs, some of which are serious. If your dog has developed a cough that does not seem to go away, be sure to take him to the vet for a check-up...
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Dogs suffering from osteoarthritis can be in great pain. Although degenerative joint disease cannot be cured, there are quite a few treatment options that can greatly improve the dog’s quality of life. One such option is the use of canine...
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Osteoarthritis in dogs can cause a great deal of pain and discomfort to our furry friends. One way to reduce the pain caused by arthritis is the use of anti-inflammatory medications. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are the most...
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Antihistamines such as Benadryl are the second most common medications for dog allergy treatment, after corticosteroids. Antihistamines are considered not as effective as corticosteroids in treating dog allergies, but they are the preferred...
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Osteoarthritis can cause a great deal of pain and discomfort to our furry friends. One way to reduce the pain caused by arthritis is the use of anti-inflammatory medications. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are the most prescribed...
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Antibiotics are used to fight bacteria and fungus in the body. This group of medications use a substance produced by one microorganism to fight others. Penicillin is a typical example – growing from a mold and capable of destroying many...
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