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Dog allergies: common patterns and practical care
Persistent scratching, paw licking or recurring ear trouble may be associated with allergies. Similar signs can also come from parasites, infection or other skin.
Arthritis in dogs: signs and everyday support
A dog that is slower to rise, reluctant to climb steps or less interested in a familiar walk may be uncomfortable. These changes should not automatically be.
Dog ear infections: signs, diagnosis and care
Head shaking, an unusual ear odor or repeated scratching can be signs of an ear problem. A painful ear needs an examination rather than a trial of household.
Hot spots on dogs: recognizing painful skin irritation
A hot spot is an inflamed, moist area of skin that a dog may lick, chew or scratch repeatedly. The surface can become raw and matted with fur. Because these.
Why is my dog itching? What to observe and when to get help
An occasional scratch is different from itching that interrupts sleep, play or eating. Repeated licking, chewing or rubbing can damage the skin and leave a dog.
Kidney disease in dogs: signs, testing and ongoing care
Changes in thirst, urination, appetite or energy can be reasons to check a dog's kidney health. These signs are not specific to kidney disease, and some dogs.
Dog diarrhea: causes, warning signs and next steps
Loose stools can follow a change in food, an infection or something a dog should not have eaten. The appearance of the stool is useful information, but it cannot.
Cataracts in dogs: cloudy eyes and changes in vision
Cloudiness in a dog's eye deserves a veterinary examination. It may be a cataract, an age-related lens change or another eye problem. Looking at a photograph is.