ABSTRACT Distemper in dogs is a preventable and curable disease. It usually occurs more in females than males with a fatality rate of 69.75%. The fatalities are more in male dogs as compared to female dogs. It can be seriously fatal in some cases and those who survive may have severe nervous system damage. Puppies below 4 months and unvaccinated…
Abstract Your usually happy and playful dog suddenly becomes unsteady, confused and collapses to the ground. They may appear as if they are treading water despite being unaware of what’s happening – this is a seizure. The cause of the seizure is abnormal and uncontrolled bursts of electrical activity in your dog’s brain, a condition commonly known as epilepsy or…
ABSTRACT Horses are one of the special creatures and one of the most serving friends for humans. They are strong, majestic and exhibit a wide range of emotions. No matter whether they are all over the place of other horses or humans, they are astonishingly thriving and communicative in social settings. All such qualities of horses develop their strong bond…
Abstract Your canine friend, who is between the age of 7 to 12 years, has recently felt increased thirst, excessive eating, a potbelly, and hair loss. With some diagnostic tests, it has been confirmed that he is suffering from hyperadrenocorticism, also known as Cushing’s disease or Cushing’s syndrome. This condition occurs when the body produces an excessive amount of cortisol,…
Abstract Because our dogs are very furry and we don’t even think about what’s in their skin which acts as a barrier towards the outside world. The skin protects them to keep them safe from the foreign objects, dirt, bacteria and fungus. This flexible covering regulates the dog’s body temperature that is composed of certain layers of cells. Dryness, itchiness…
Abstract As pet owners, we are always on the lookout for natural and holistic ways to keep our furry friends healthy and happy. One health issue that can be concerning for our canines is skin cancer. Just like humans, dogs can also develop different types of skin cancer, like mast cell carcinoma, melanoma etc. which can have serious complications in…
Abstract Renal disease or kidney disease is common in humans. Every 5th person around is suffering from kidney problems. Kidney disease can include chronic renal failure, diabetic nephropathy, polycystic kidney, hydronephrosis and damage to kidney cells due to infection or inflammation. Kidneys are one of the most vital organs and also one of the complex structures of the body. Talking…
Abstract Musculoskeletal system is the system that provides shape and structure to the body. Musculoskeletal is the system that enables the body to move from one place to another and perform certain activities. The musculoskeletal system is composed of muscle and bones and other structures that joins muscles to muscles, muscles to bones and bones to bones. The musculoskeletal system…
Abstract Dogs being beloved pets have the most attention from their owners. Unknowingly dogs get prone to many diseases that are fatal and hard to deal with. Hepatitis is such a fatal viral disease that affects dogs and compromises their body organs. Young dogs have a high mortality rate against this viral infection caused by the Canine virus. In this…