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Diabetes in Young Dogs
Diabetes is a major concern no matter what gender, age, or even species you are. In addition to more children being diagnosed as a diabetic, it is also being found that some dogs, and puppies alike, can suffer from the lack of insulin as well. It is believed that some pups develop diabetes due to an autoimmune disorder or damage caused to the pancreas of the puppy from having parvovirus. It also seems to be an inherited trait most commonly passed along in the breed of Gold Retrievers. Larger...
Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs
Just as with humans, when pets get older they are more likely to develop and be affected by serious diseases and disorders. One of the most common hormonal disorders for dogs is diabetes. Again, as with humans, diabetes is more likely to affect animals that are overweight; it is also more commonly seen in female dogs.
How does it work? Diabetes is a disorder related to the production of glucose in the blood and insulin. Insulin is a basic hormone that manages and maintains the level of glucose...
Young Dogs With Diabetes
You might not be aware of it, but puppies and young dogs can get diabetes. This happens when the pancreas does not develop normally in puppies, causing it to release insufficient insulin. Since insulin is important in moving glucose from the bloodstream into the cells of the body, this causes glucose to build up in the blood instead of reaching the important muscle and liver cells to provide them with energy. This can cause a number of symptoms and eventually even kill your dog. However, there...
Aggressive Dogs Are They a Problem
Although we want our dogs to behave at all times and never want them to be aggressive towards you, other dogs or members of the family, it sometimes does happen. There are many reasons why dogs can become aggressive and if you stop it as soon as you can then hopefully it won't become a huge problem. Sometimes very aggressive dogs need to be destroyed and you wouldn't want that to happen to your dog so finding the cause of the aggression is essential.
Often dogs can be aggressive towards other...
Dog Rescues Shelters
One of the saddest experiences for many dogs is becoming lost, separated or abandoned by their family. Often dogs become homeless when an owner has to move to a new town or city and is not able to take the dog with them. Many times when owners pass away the family doesnt want to keep the dog and turns them over to a rescue.
There are many different breed rescues located all around the world. These organizations are usually staffed entirely by volunteers that rescue abandoned dogs and care...
Canine Cataracts
One of the most prevalent eye problems in dogs is cataracts. These can show up in dogs of all breeds and in both young and old dogs. If your dog develops cataracts, the only treatment at this time is surgery.
The word cataract is a Latin term meaning break down. This problem develops within the fibers in the eyes lens. Because of the disruption of these fibers, the lens becomes cloudy and vision is reduced. As of this date, there are several kinds of cataracts and they all have different...
Don t Go Overboard With Dog Treats
We love to give our dogs treats. From their own treats in a box or a few scraps leftover from our dinner. But, sometimes the treats we think are innocent can be very harmful to our dogs.
The market for pet food and treats is growing larger everyday. With dogs becoming treated more like humans, it's hard to find a store that doesn't carry treats for our pets. There are bakeries that are totally committed to making treats for dogs, and some stores even carry frozen treats for dogs, and most of...
How Much Should You Feed Your Dog
One of the most commonly asked questions about dogs as pets is what you should feed them. This seems like an extremely easy to answer question, but it's not. After all, what a dog should eat depends on the food, the age and activity level of the dog, the size of the dog and the breed. Let's take a look at some of the factors that may affect what you should feed your pet.
There really is no formula that tells us what we need to feed a dog of a given breed, size and weight. It's important to...
Understanding Urinary Incontinence in Dogs
While wetting the floor might be common behavior in a puppy, you will find that it is confusing and even distressing in old dogs! The truth of the matter is that urinary incontinence in old dogs can be a sign of a problem that needs to be fixed. In most cases, you will find that identifying this problem and then taking it to a veterinarian can actually lead to a cure! When your dog is afflicted with urinary incontinence, there are many things that you need to keep in mind.
In the first place,...
Special Pet Care Needs For Older Dogs
The average lifespan for most dogs is between eight and sixteen years. Some breeds age expectancy is less while other breeds normally have a longer lifespan. Once your dog becomes older it is time to take some preventative steps in order for them remain healthy, happy and active. Have your vet examine your pet annually or more often, if necessary. Veterinarians understand the different breed types and are familiar with problems you may encounter with your pet. They watch for this and make you...
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