Parasites in dogs are common and may be found both internally and externally. They can irritate dogs greatly and lead to serious health problems affecting other pets or even humans. Fortunately, ...

In this article, we will explore 10 common health issues in dogs, their symptoms, causes, and practical tips to prevent them. Obesity is one of the most common and preventable dog health problems, yet ...

The pathogens Giardia duodenalis and Cryptosporidium are common causes of sometimes-fatal intestinal diseases in humans, other mammals and birds worldwide. Now, findings from researchers at Texas A&M ...

Many dog owners treat bad breath as part of living with a pet. Veterinarians say it can be an early warning sign instead, ...

Like all of us, dogs can run into health challenges, and no one wants their beloved fur baby to become unwell.

Let’s be honest. When a dog tests positive for heartworm, there’s a particular kind of quiet that falls over the exam room. It’s not a simple diagnosis. It’s the start of a long, difficult, and ...

Researchers have developed a machine learning algorithm to accurately detect heart murmurs in dogs, one of the main indicators of cardiac disease, which affects a large proportion of some smaller ...

Kidney disease, also called renal failure or renal insufficiency, occurs in dogs when their kidneys stop functioning as they should. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) can be challenging to diagnose in dogs ...

Transmitted by mosquitoes, the disease is caused by a type of parasitic roundworm that infects and lives in a dog’s heart, lungs, and blood vessels. The adults reproduce and spread baby worms through ...

"In Denmark, there are many more tick-borne diseases than in Norway, and it's only a short boat ride for us here in Agder," says Kloster. She expects that we will see new tick-borne diseases in Norway ...

For dogs housed at Texas kennels, age and fecal score are important factors for screening for subclinical Giardia infections. The pathogens Giardia duodenalis and Cryptosporidium are common causes of ...