Bach flowers are an alternative remedy that can be used for various mental ailments – anxiety in dogs is one of them. Is your four-legged friend rather tense and afraid of many everyday situations? Then you may be able to help him with herbal remedies. For example, some Bach flowers are suitable for treating anxiety …
If your dog suddenly sheds more fur than usual, this hair loss can have several causes. A few signals can help you distinguish between normal and disease-related fur loss. When and how much hair a dog loses varies from breed to breed and depends on the housing conditions. While some dogs only shed a decent …
Hair loss in dogs: is the four-legged friend sick? Read More »
Heart failure or heart failure can present a variety of symptoms in a dog. These are caused by the dog’s heart pumping too little blood into the circulatory system, resulting in an undersupply of oxygen in the body. The symptoms of heart failure in dogs do not usually show up overnight, but are just as …
Epilepsy in dogs is a central nervous system disorder in which seizures occur due to temporary disturbances in normal brain function. Below we describe the possible causes and symptoms of the disease. About 1-2% of all dogs are affected by epilepsy. The disease is manifested by seizures caused by over-excited nerve cells in the brain. …
Bacteria, poor diet and improper tooth cleaning can cause tartar in dogs. Here you can find out why you should not remove the plaque yourself but rather consult a veterinarian. If you have found tartar in your four-legged friend, you should take him to the vet. It is better to leave the removal of the …
An infection with Lyme disease can have serious consequences – even long after the actual tick bite. That is why Lyme disease therapy is just as important in dogs as in humans. Tick-borne Lyme disease is symptom-free in most cases, so it often goes undetected. However, in the course of the disease and various inflammatory …
To keep your dog fit and healthy, you need to prevent ticks almost all year round. The insidious, blood-sucking arachnids can also withstand cooler weather and only become rigid when the temperature falls below 7 degrees. With the following tips, you can protect your dog from the beasts. The risk of tick bites is particularly …
Mixed breeds suffer less often from diseases than pedigree dogs – this is a widely held view among dog lovers. But is that even true? Are mixed-breed dogs healthier than their purebred counterparts? The reason mixed breeds are said to be healthier than pedigree dogs is not wrong in principle. Mixed-breed dogs come from a …
Obesity in dogs is often downplayed. It can have devastating health consequences if four-legged friends are too fat. The leading causes are that the dog overeats food and moves too little. But how can this happen? A treat here, a piece of sausage there – little by little, such treats can lead to obesity in …
Causes of obesity in dogs: why are they overweight? Read More »
Rheumatoid arthritis or rheumatism in dogs leads to painful joint inflammation. The symptoms initially appear in phases but can become chronic. An autoimmune reaction in the body causes rheumatism. The therapy aims to alleviate the symptoms. Rheumatism is not yet curable. Unlike arthrosis, rheumatism in dogs is not triggered by gradual joint wear and tear. …
Rheumatism in dogs: symptoms, diagnosis & therapy Read More »
Copyright Dogechip.com 2022 – All content and images are copyrighted
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
