Resource Guarding in Dogs
What is resource guarding and why does it occur? Resource guarding is a relatively common behavior problem in dogs. It is defined as a dog using avoidance, threatening, or aggressive
Renal Failure Dietary Therapy
Many aspects of kidney failure require attention. The goal of renal therapy, dietary or otherwise, is to prevent or at least postpone advanced uremia (poisoning by toxins the kidneys could
Reverse Sneezing in Dogs
What is Reverse Sneezing? Reverse sneezing is a disconcerting event in which a dog makes unpleasant respiratory sounds that sound like it is dying — or will die in the
Respiratory Disease in Dogs Sweeping Across the US? Outbreak of Disease or Media Attention?
Many dog owners are currently asking, “What’s going on with this reported outbreak of respiratory disease in dogs in the US? What new disease is this?” I’m not sure there’s
Ruptured Cranial Cruciate Ligaments in Dogs
The Basics The knee is a fairly complicated joint. It consists of the femur above, the tibia below, the kneecap (patella) in front, and the bean-like fabellae behind. Chunks of
Roundworms in Dogs and Puppies
Toxocara Canis and Toxascaris Leonina: Roundworms of Dogs and Puppies There are two species of roundworms affecting dogs and puppies: Toxocara canis and Toxascaris leonina. Both are treated with the same medication protocol, so when
Rabies in Animals
Descriptions of rabies go back thousands of years as rabies has classically been one of the most feared infections of all time. It is because of this fear that dog
Runny Eyes (Epiphora) in Dogs
Watery ocular (eye) discharge is a common concern of pet owners. Excessive tears drain down the pet’s face, and in time, chronic exposure to moisture produces skin irritation, infection, and
Ringworm in Dogs and Cats
What Kind of Infection is it? Many people are surprised to find that ringworm is not caused by a worm at all but by a fungus. The fungi involved are
Retained Baby Teeth in Dogs and Cats Need Surgical Extraction
Puppies normally have 28 deciduous (baby) teeth that erupt during the first six months of life, and adults have 42 permanent teeth. Kittens have 26 baby teeth, and adult cats