Health

A dog panting in the car may look like a rather normal behavior, but there is panting and panting in dogs. Dogs may pant in the car as result of a variety of emotions, but it can also occur as a result of some medical issues.

A dog blowing air out of the nose may appear worrisome to dog owners who may wonder what is happening to their beloved canine companion. There is air blowing and air blowing. To better understand this behavior, it helps to watch for any accompanying signs and the context in which the behavior occurs. Seeing the vet is imperative for proper diagnosis and treatment.

When your dog is sick after deworming all sorts of thoughts may flood your mind. Is it a side effect from the medication? Does killing the worms cause dogs to be sick? Or could my dog's sickness be totally unrelated to the deworming?

A dog acting weird after flea treatment may be concerning for many dog owners. Perhaps your dog is acting restless, whining, acting hyperactive or tired after flea treatments such as those that you apply on the skin in between the shoulder blades. Veterinarian Dr. Ivana shares some tips and information about dogs acting weird after topical flea treatment.

Acupuncture for dogs with disc disease is something that can be quite appealing for owners of dogs suffering from the severe pain associated with this debilitating condition. While acupuncture in the past used to be mostly used in humans, nowadays, more and more vets are suggesting this type of treatment.

Knowing how to help a choking dog is important for dog owners and for any professionals planning on working with dogs. Just as it happens in people, choking can be a life-threatening event and knowing what to do can ultimately save a dog's life.

A dog coughing and collapsing can be a very scary sight for most dog owners. As if coughing wasn't concerning enough, watching a beloved canine companion collapse after a bout of coughing can be extremely upsetting. If this is happening to your dog, consult with your veterinarian at once. In the meanwhile, veterinarian Dr. Ivana shares several causes for a dog coughing and collapsing.

Puppy growth plates close at different times depending on breed/size. Puppy growth plate closure is something all puppy owners should be aware of considering the impact certain types of exercise can have on these delicate structures. To better understand puppy growth plate problems, it helps to gain a better insight into what puppy growth plates are, their primary function and when a puppy's growth plates close.