Mange is a skin disease in dogs that can be caused by several different species of mites that burrow into…
Medical Conditions
Open fontanel refers to a condition where the affected dog has a hole in their skull. The hole is due…
Acid reflux in dogs happens when the acid and enzymes from the stomach and intestines that aid in digestion move…
Uremia in dogs happens when waste products and toxins that are normally filtered by the kidneys build up in the…
Thrombocytopenia in dogs is a condition where the number of platelets, also known as thrombocytes, circulating in the blood becomes…
Ascites in dogs is an abnormal buildup of fluid in the abdomen. It's also called abdominal effusion. Though it's usually…
Cyanosis in dogs is a medical condition that can cause a dog's skin and mucus membranes to turn a blue…
Syncope is the medical term for fainting, which happens when dogs lose consciousness, usually due to a lack of oxygen and…
Paralysis in dogs happens when the central nervous system's ability to coordinate the body's movements is diminished or completely lost.…
Metabolic acidosis in dogs is a condition that happens when there's an excessive level of acidity in the blood. If…