Monthly Archives: July 2021

What is Herpes Virus in dogs and how it is fatal for pups?

Learn more about the herpes virus with our handy explainer.  Herpes or herpes virus is not restricted to human beings alone. Cats as well as dogs and other animals can be infected by this virus. Canine herpes virus (CHV) is also called the ‘fading puppy syndrome’. This virus infects the reproductive organs of older dogs […]

Antibiotic Resistance in dogs: What is it?

It’s scary because it’s unexpected. How can medication make a dog sicker? Read our article to find out more.  Antibiotics are a very common treatment for all mammals and are used to eliminate bacteria, infections, illnesses, and germs. Doctors and veterinarians often rely on antibiotics to cure health disorders. So what happens when they cease […]

Hemangiosarcoma in Dogs: cancer of the blood vessels

What is hemangiosarcoma?  One of the most challenging diseases in dogs is hemangiosarcoma. It is not only challenging but also quite mysterious according to the vets. The hemangiosarcoma spreads rapidly and strikes quickly. It is a tumour of the cells lining the blood vessels and it is incurable. It also occurs almost exclusively in dogs. […]

Degenerative Joint Disease in Dogs

What is degenerative joint disease? Degenerative joint disease can be progressive, or it can be acute. It affects dogs of all ages. If your dog is suffering from acute degenerative joint disease, it is usually because of an injury or trauma, and it progresses towards osteoarthritis. However, if the disease is progressive, your dog may […]

Testicular Cancer in Dogs

One of the most common genital tumours are testicular tumours, and they are mostly malignant. They can grow in one or both testicles. Invariably, they are cancerous and will spread to other parts of the body. Fortunately, even though they are malignant, they occur in older dogs that have not been neutered, and metastasis is […]

Hives or skin rashes in Dogs

Read more on how to identify and treat hives in dogs.  What are hives? Hives are nothing but rashes on the skin and are also known as urticaria. Hives are usually restricted to certain areas of the body and become visible as patches of red or swollen skin. Dogs find them extremely itchy and they […]

Hemangiosarcoma in Dogs: cancer of the blood vessels

What is hemangiosarcoma?  One of the most challenging diseases in dogs is hemangiosarcoma. It is not only challenging but also quite mysterious according to the vets. The hemangiosarcoma spreads rapidly and strikes quickly. It is a tumour of the cells lining the blood vessels and it is incurable. It also occurs almost exclusively in dogs. […]