Category Archives: Canine Health

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Canine Distemper is an infectious virus that is known for its high rate of mortality in dogs. Puppies, and younger dogs without immunity are at the highest risk of contracting canine distemper. Because of its prevalence, all puppies should receive … Continue reading →

*Note-for treatment prices, please see Parvovirus Treatment Prices in the canine health section. Parvovirus, often called Parvo, is a severe infection of the intestinal tract. Parvo is very contagious, and usually only affects puppies and younger dogs (under two years … Continue reading →

Puppy Tail Doc and Dewclaw Removal Information: To conform to a breed standard, some breeders elect to have puppies’ tails docked (shortened in length), and dewclaws (the little claw on the inside of the paw) removed. This standard is established … Continue reading →

There are many pesky external parasites that can have quite an effect on our pets, and us as well! Addressing the issue of these parasites will make for a much happier and healthier pet. This article will discuss the most … Continue reading →

As we all know, mosquitoes are responsible for transmitting many diseases. As far as dogs go, the disease we worry about the most is HEARTWORM DISEASE. When an affected mosquito bites a dog, it transmits microscopic worms into the dog’s … Continue reading →

When you think of a high-maintenance dog, what breeds come to mind? Is it Poodles? Cocker Spaniels? While these dogs do require more frequent trimmings, all dogs require some form of regular grooming. And, some dogs have specific needs based … Continue reading →

Osteoarthritis is a chronic degenerative disease that affects the bones and soft tissue of the joints, causing pain and decreased flexibility. It can affect any joint in your dog’s body, but occurs most commonly in these: Stifle (knee), Elbow, Carpus … Continue reading →

Demodetic Mange, Follicular Mange, or Red Mange is a parasitic skin disease caused by a small widespread mite. The skin disease results from an overgrowth of mites due to a genetic predisposition and/or immunologic deficiency. Dogs can have the mite … Continue reading →

Hypoglycemia (a low blood sugar) is the most commonly recognized metabolic disorder in the puppy. Toy breeds are the most commonly affected. Recognition of the disorder is based on the dramatic clinical signs, age history, and response to oral or … Continue reading →

Your puppy requires a series of shots to protect it against contagious diseases. We prefer to begin these shots at 6 -8 weeks of age and continue them every three to four weeks until 12 weeks of age in most … Continue reading →