Bruising in Dogs
Bruising is caused by ruptured blood vessels that lead to discoloration of the skin from the underlying hemorrhage. Most commonly, bruising is secondary to...
Why Does My Dog Have a Swollen Face?
Facial swelling in dogs is considered an emergency situation, because it’s possible for the swelling to move to the airway and cause trouble breathing....
Abscesses in Dogs
What are Abscesses in Dogs? An abscess is a pocket of inflammation that typically has a “wall” of tissue surrounding it. The center is...
Cholangiohepatitis in Dogs
What Is Cholangiohepatitis in Dogs? The biliary system in dogs is made of ducts that collect and direct bile from the liver and the...
Degenerative Myelopathy in Dogs
What Is Degenerative Myelopathy in Dogs? Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) is a slow onset, non-painful destruction of the nerve conduction portion of the spinal cord,...
Dog Teeth Chattering: What You Need to Know
When you think of teeth chattering, you might picture someone who is cold or really nervous. But what about teeth chattering in dogs? If...
Colitis in Dogs
What Is Colitis in Dogs? Colitis is a general term that refers to inflammation of a dog’s colon, also known as the large intestine....
Gabapentin for Dogs: How It Can Help
Gabapentin has a variety of uses in veterinary medicine, and prescribing gabapentin for dogs, especially, is becoming more popular amongst veterinarians. Here’s everything you need...
Reverse Sneezing in Dogs
Reverse sneezing in dogs can be alarming if you’ve never experienced it before. But, luckily, it’s not quite as scary as it sounds. Reverse...