Dog Illnesses

Mouth “sores” in dogs are often referring to oral ulcers. An ulcer is a defect in the oral mucosa (inside the lining of the mouth) that has become inflamed and painful. Mouth sores could also […]

In our veterinary hospital, vomiting is one of the most commonly seen medical issues in dogs. Owners are understandably upset that their dog is vomiting as vomiting is both unpleasant and also potentially a sign […]

Vomiting in dogs is one of the most common complaints from owners that bring their pets to see me. Vomiting is unpleasant for everyone, and this includes your furry friend. Vomiting can be a mild […]

With October being breast cancer awareness month, it seems fitting that we shine some light on a similar issue found in dogs. Not only are dogs capable of developing breast or mammary cancer, they do […]

✔️Article written by a veterinarian, and reviewed by Dr. Whittenburg, Pet Hospital Director. When cleaning up the yard, you found some worrying white strings in your dog’s poop. Many types of intestinal parasites can affect dogs. Some […]

In this article, we will review the different types of seizures in dogs, and what they look like (with pictures and videos of dogs having these seizures). Seizures can manifest in different ways in dogs, […]

Yeast ear infections are a common health condition in our canine companions, often causing intense ear scratching, discharge, and a strong, musty smell that follows your dog wherever he goes. Many ear infections are caused […]

When you find a new lump on your dog, it’s easy to dismiss it as something harmless. In fact, as a veterinary technician, I often see pet owners take a pass when the veterinarian recommends […]