Category Archives: Diseases of dogs
Fleas out of control
Fleas are out in force this summer because of the warmth and humidity. People complain that flea treatments on their pets are not working, but if the fleas are jumping onto the pet as fast as the treatment is killing them, … Continue reading
Ticks worst in years
Already this spring we have seen dogs and cats back from the beach with tick paralysis. Reports from the coast say that the ticks are the worst seen in many years. Treat your pet for ticks before you leave for … Continue reading
Another reason to give up smoking
Cats and dogs who live with smokers have a higher risk of developing cancer. The risk of lymphoma, the most common cancer in cats, is tripled in cats from smoking households. Squamous cell carcinomas of the mouth are also more … Continue reading
Bloat or the dreaded GDV
In bloat, also known as gastric dilation, a dog’s stomach is over distended with gas. Often it twists as well, sending the dog into shock. When this happens it is called gastric dilation and volvulus, or GDV. Factors thought to … Continue reading
Heartworm
Heartworm live in the heart and major blood vessels of infected dogs. How do dogs get heartworm? Female heartworm produce millions of young, or microfilaria, which live in the bloodstream. Mosquitoes ingest microfilariae when they bite an infected dog. The … Continue reading
Teddy vs bone cancer
Fun-loving Teddy is a regular visitor to Hall Vet Surgery. He is a much-loved member and protector of a young family, as gentle as he is outgoing. At age three Teddy started limping on one of his hind legs. At … Continue reading
Heart care for dogs
Dogs suffer from heart failure, just like humans. If dog owners recognise the warning signs of heart failure they can seek help earlier and enjoy a healthy, happy pet for longer. Research shows that most dog owners are not aware … Continue reading
Hookworm
Hookworms attach to the intestinal wall with hook-like mouthparts. They are hard to see because they are only about 3 mm long and very thin. Dogs are infested with hookworms in one of three ways: 1. Hookworm larvae pass from … Continue reading
Roundworm
Roundworms, also known as ascarids, have round bodies and are 7-12 cm long. They live in dogs’ intestines on partially digested food. Pups infested with roundworms lose weight and look pot-bellied. They lose their appetites and may vomit or develop … Continue reading
Whipworm
Whipworms live in the large intestine of dogs and irritate the lining causing watery, bloody diarrhoea and weight loss. Whipworms produce microscopic eggs that pass out in the dog’s faeces. The eggs resist drying and heat, and can infect another … Continue reading
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