Not only humans but also dogs can suffer a stroke. In this case, every minute counts for the four-legged friends, too. Because the longer the brain is not properly supplied, the more serious the associated consequences usually are. As an owner, you should therefore know how to recogni..
The abbreviation IBD stands for Inflammatory Bowel Disease. It is a chronic intestinal inflammation. If your dog suffers from IBD, this can be felt in the form of digestive problems, abdominal pain and cramps. IBD occurs mainly in middle-aged dogs, but can also occur in younger dogs. Unfo..
A functioning digestive tract is essential for your dog's health. However, various problems can cause digestive disorders. One of these is intestinal obstruction, which is unfortunately quite common in dogs and causes massive discomfort. Below you can read about the causes of intestinal o..
Unfortunately, mite infestation is a common problem in dogs, which many owners are confronted with. Mites are arachnids and feed mainly on the dead skin cells of their host animals. If a dog suffers from an infestation with the annoying parasites, this is particularly evident in the form of ski..
Incompatibilities and feed allergies are widespread in dogs. They lead to skin problems and digestive problems and should not be taken lightly by dog owners. Many manufacturers offer so-called hydrolyzed dog food for dogs with food allergies. This article will tell you exactly what this is, w..
The topic of gastric torsion should give any dog owner pause for thought, because it is far from a trivial condition: it can be a life-threatening situation for your pet. In this article, you will learn how to recognize gastric torsion – a bloated, twisted stomach – in your dog, and how to behave..
Dog's dewclaws is an additional toe on the hind legs of dogs. It is also called dewclaw and has no contact with the ground when running. A dewclaw has no practical use for dogs. Instead, its presence even brings disadvantages, as dogs can easily get caught and injured with..
In view of the strange eating habits of some four-legged friends, it is obvious to call dogs omnivores. After all, it is not uncommon for a dog to eat stones, for example, or to have a big appetite for other inedible things. Nevertheless, dogs are so-called semi-carnivores, whose fo..
The FCI divides dog breeds into 10 different groups. For laymen, however, the size of the dog is more likely to play a role in the purchase of a dog. For this reason, dogs are often distinguished between small, large and medium-sized breeds on the basis of shoulder height. Among the medium-si..
If a dog is breathing rapidly for a short period of time, this is usually not a cause for concern. In most cases, previous physical exertion is responsible for this. However, an increased respiratory rate can sometimes have a serious cause. In the following, we explain which h..
Harvest mites are particularly common in dogs and can be a real plague during the warm months of the year. Among other things, they cause severe itching and, in the worst case, can even lead to skin inflammation. In the following we will explain how you can recognise harvest mites in your ..
Like humans, dogs also have two tonsils which are located in the right and left throat. As part of the lymphatic system, they play an important role in the defence against diseases. Due to their anatomical position, they are often involved when pathogens enter the animal's body. Especia..
Gastritis is relatively common in dogs. It can be either acute or chronic and can be caused by a variety of causes. In the following you will learn how to recognise gastritis in your dog, which treatment measures are promising and what you can do to preve..
Unfortunately, ear infections are not uncommon in dogs. The disease is usually associated with great pain for the animal and should therefore be taken seriously. In this article we will discuss the various causes of ear infections in dogs and explain what symptoms can occur. You will also learn e..
Apoquel is a veterinary drug containing the active ingredient oclacitinib and is available in different strengths for dogs of different weights. The drug is used in the treatment of dogs suffering from severe itching due to allergies. Allergies are common in dogs Allergies are widespread in do..
Dogs can be attacked by different types of mites. One of them are so-called ear mites. Compared to other species, these are quite rare in dogs, but can have serious consequences for affected animals. In the following we will explain how you can recognize an infestation with ear mites in your dog,..
Leishmaniasis is one of the typical Mediterranean diseases that dogs can become infected with. In contrast to Lyme disease, the risk of infection is still very high mainly in southern Europe. If the disease is not diagnosed and treated, it usually ends in death for aff..
If your dog suffers from lung inflammation, the tissue of his lung is inflamed. The technical term for this disease is pneumonia. Pathogens such as bacteria, fungi or viruses are often responsible for pneumonia in dogs. Even if an inflammation of the lung can normally be treated well, you sho..
Coccidiosis is a parasitic disease that can occur in dogs worldwide. It is caused by so-called coccidia and can take a relatively harmless or life-threatening course. Below you will learn how your dog can become infected with coccidia and what symptoms the parasite infestation causes. We also e..
