E. coli is a bacteria found in the lower intestines of dogs and other mammals. Usually it's benign, but symptoms can…
Ataxia in dogs refers to a loss of coordination or unbalanced gait due to sensory dysfunction. It may appear like…
Dog ear mites are small parasites, most commonly of a species called Otodectes cynotis, that feed on the wax, oils,…
Stomatitis in dogs is an inflammation of the gums and mucous membranes in the mouth, which can include the tongue,…
Gingivitis in dogs is an inflammation of the gums and is the early stage of a gum disease called periodontal…
Levothyroxine is the active ingredient in many medications for dogs that treat hypothyroidism, a condition where the thyroid does not produce…
Hyperkalemia in dogs happens when potassium levels in the bloodstream are higher than normal. Potassium is an important electrolyte in…
Low blood albumin in dogs, also known as hypoalbuminemia, happens when levels of albumin, a protein that regulates blood volume,…
Tachycardia in dogs is, simply put, an abnormally rapid heart rate. It is usually characterized by heart rates greater than…
Eczema in dogs is an itchy, irritating inflammation of the skin that often causes dogs to scratch, lick, or chew,…
Excess protein in dogs' urine can be an abnormality that's easily remedied by dietary changes, or it can be a…
The good news is that poison ivy doesn't affect dogs as often as humans. Still, there is a chance that…