Ear infections are common in dogs. Certain breeds with floppy ears, such as Basset Hounds and Cocker Spaniels, have a higher risk for ear infections. An estimated 20 percent of dogs have some form of ear disease. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to reduce the length and severity of these episodes for your … Read More »
Dog Health
Grain-Free Diets and Heart Disease in Dogs
About a year ago the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) first released a statement alerting dog owners about a possible link in canines between dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) and a diet containing peas, lentils, potatoes and other legumes as a main ingredient. These ingredients are commonly found in diets advertised as “grain-free”. The FDA suggested … Read More »
Home Remedies – How to Treat Your Dog’s Upset Stomach at Home
When you have a stomach ache, you might reach for some saltine crackers, ginger ale or Pepto-Bismol to settle your stomach. But what should you do if your dog has an upset stomach? Symptoms Your Dog Has an Upset Stomach Typically, dogs with an upset stomach will exhibit some or most of these symptoms. Vomiting … Read More »
7 Dangers of Obesity in Dogs
Obesity is a growing problem for people in our society, and unfortunately, it’s the same for our pets. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, over 55 percent of dogs are obese. If your dog is obese, he or she will have a higher risk of chronic and life-long conditions. What is Considered Obese … Read More »
Signs, Causes and Treatments for Canine Papillomas (Warts)
Canine Campus has received a few (3-4) reports of canine oral papillamos in enrolled dogs recently. It’s important that you understand what canine oral papillomas is, causes, risks and treatment. What is Canine Papillomas? Papillomas sounds like a serious disease, but it’s actually just the medical term for warts. Warts are a collection of abnormal … Read More »
5 Signs Your Dog Has Food Allergies
Food allergies are a common concern among dog parents. Having a dog with allergy issues can be especially frustrating for you – and your dog. Food allergies in dogs are commonly characterized as: Itchy skin Recurring ear infections Non-stop scratching at ears, paws, face and back (this can be quite annoying) Food Allergies in Dogs … Read More »
What You Need to Know About Pain Medication for Dogs
Every dog parent wants their dog to experience the least amount of pain during their lifetime as possible. Dogs can’t tell us when they’re in pain; in fact, they can be quite adept at hiding their pain. Most dogs hide their pain as an instinctive survival mechanism to prevent potential predators from targeting them … Read More »
What Every Dog Owner Should Know About Skin Lumps and Bumps in Dogs
Lumps and bumps under or on the skin are common concerns for dog owners, especially when there’s a change like in size, color, firmness or a foul odor. An occasional lump or bump on a dog are fairly common – especially as he or she ages. But that doesn’t mean a new lump or bump … Read More »
