Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z

Is your dog sick? Here you’ll find a comprehensive list of canine diseases and conditions.

pet plastic surgery Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Extreme Pet Makeover: Does Your Pet Need a Facelift?

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Canine arthritis can be debilitating if left untreated Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Does Your Pet Have Arthritis?

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Eye care is an important part of your pet's well-being! Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
January Is A Great Time To Talk About Eye Health!
Dogs and cats, like their human companions, can develop a variety of eye problems. Since pets can’t tell us if their vision is blurry or if their eyes hurt, it is our job to become familiar with common pet eye conditions and learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of an eye issue.
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When To Bring Your Dog to the ER Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
When To Bring Your Dog to the ER
Often times, as a pet owner, it’s hard to know whether your dog’s condition is a true medical emergency or not… or more importantly, if it warrants getting up in the middle of the night to seek medical attention from a veterinary professional you don’t know.
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Dr. Ruth's Diabetes 101 Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Dr. Ruth's Diabetes 101
Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects pets as well as people.
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Limber Tail Syndrome: Why is My Dog's Tail Limp? Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Limber Tail Syndrome: Why is My Dog's Tail Limp?
Limber tail is a very strange-looking condition that you might compare to a sprained ankle. Learn about the dogs that get limber tail and why.
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Cherry Eye: Why is My Dog's Eye Bulging? Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Cherry Eye: Why is My Dog's Eye Bulging?
In many breeds cherry eye is a common condition. Treatments can range wildly and be invasive or passive. Learn if this condition can hurt your dog and what you can do.
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Transitional Cell Carcinoma (TCC) in Dogs Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Transitional Cell Carcinoma (TCC) in Dogs
TCC is a common cancer and surgery may be impossible. Learn the signs and catch it early.
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Keratoconjunctivitis: Inflammation of the Eyes Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Keratoconjunctivitis: Inflammation of the Eyes
Keratoconjunctivitis is an awfully long word that basically means any inflammation of both the cornea and the conjunctiva. You know from your own experience that your eyes are vulnerable to trauma and irritation so it's not surprising that your dog’s eyes are also sensitive to developing keratoconjunctivitis. Learn more about this treatable irritation -- the signs, symptoms and how you can help your dog see better.
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Canine Transmissible Venereal Tumors: These Tumors Can Be Spread Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Canine Transmissible Venereal Tumors: These Tumors Can Be Spread
The probability is that you have never seen a tumor that can be spread from one individual to another. But did you know that there is a tumor that can be transmitted from dog to dog? Transmissible Venereal Tumor (TVT) is a tumor of dogs that is surprisingly common and widely distributed. Canine TVT occur primarily in dogs that are largely uncontrolled and allowed to breed indiscriminately. Learn more about what TVT is and how you can prevent your dog from contacting TVT.
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