Heart disease affects dogs a bit differently than it does humans. Dogs are, however, still susceptible to it, and it…
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Diabetes insipidus and diabetes mellitus are two different types of diabetes in dogs, and both can be serious if left…
Researchers undertook an ambitious study to pin down how a dog's genes and breed affect their behavior and personality. They…
Glomerulonephritis in dogs is a kidney disease where small vessels called glomeruli become inflamed. Usually, the glomeruli filter blood through…
Torn ligaments in dogs happen when the ligament that connects the top and bottom parts of the bones surrounding the…
No, OCD isn’t a condition that compels your dog to keep checking on their buried bones or constantly wash their…
Dog neutering is a simple surgical procedure that sterilizes a male dog so he’s incapable of parenting puppies. “The big…
"Brachycephalic" refers to dogs with short muzzles, and this face shape is a huge disadvantage to dogs in the hotter…
A 2021 study found 21 specific genetic markers associated with canine hip dysplasia (CHD). More than two years later, this remains…
Retinal degeneration in dogs is a medical condition that causes issues with the way a dog sees and can even…
Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease in dogs happens when the head of the femur degenerates. The condition causes inflammation and disintegration of the…
Tartar and gingivitis are two of the most common problems in dogs that veterinarians see. Poor dental hygiene can lead…
