Many dogs experience joint problems at some point in their lives. Factors such as age and genetic factors are very influential and some breeds are more prone to joint problems than others. Any history of trauma or surgery on the joints can also cause problems at any age. Whatever your dog’s breed and history, one of the most important factors…

Hair loss is a common problem in cats. Like humans, cats shed a small amount of hair throughout the year, but in the spring, due to the loss of the thick winter coat, the hair loss increases. But if the cat’s hair loss suddenly increases in a partial or large way and in a scattered or symmetrical way, it may…

For thousands of years, turmeric has been used in India for its medicinal benefits. It also gives curry its vibrant yellow color. Curcumin, the main component in turmeric, has powerful anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticoagulant properties. Veterinarians and pet nutritionists encourage pet parents to use this healing herb to help their relieve canine chronic inflammation and pain caused by several diseases.…

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) play a major role in controlling dog joint pain and inflammation. One in five dogs suffers from canine arthritis according to the Arthritis Foundation. If you have an older dog who has started to slow down on walks and has difficulty getting up and down the stairs, your dog may be suffering from arthritis. This disease,…

What is anemia in dogs? Generally, anemia happens when a dog’s body does not produce enough red blood cells or hemoglobin, which carry oxygen to the tissues in healthy canines. The cells produce energy and carbon dioxide is left behind, before being exhaled from the body via the lungs. But with an insufficient number of red blood cells, less oxygen…

Vitamins are organic compounds that are necessary to sustain life. Most are found naturally in food. Animals’ bodies need vitamins for growth and maintenance You are probably familiar with most of the vitamins human and animal bodies need: Vitamin A B vitamins (biotin, folate, niacin, pantothenic acid, riboflavin, thiamine, vitamin B-6, and vitamin B-12) Vitamin C Vitamin D Vitamin E Vitamin…

What is constipation? Constipation is infrequent or difficult passage of stool or feces and is typically a temporary condition. Many constipated dogs will experience straining or pain when attempting to defecate. Obstipation, a severe form of constipation, is often associated with a serious, permanent, or irreversible medical condition. Since one of the major functions of the colon is water absorption,…

Intestinal worms can be a serious problem in young puppies. Hookworms can cause anemia and roundworms can lead to poor growth and development. In adult dogs, however, intestinal parasites are only occasionally life-threatening. Debilitated animals or those that have a weakened immune system are more likely to experience severe intestinal parasitism and show clinical signs due to their worms.