articles by Paw Printz
Clean ears are essential to your dog’s health and well-being. Dirty ears are a breeding ground for bacteria and yeast, which can trigger painful infections. Ear problems often go hand in hand with environmental or food-based allergies and sensitivities, and dogs who are prone to itchy skin and hot spots frequently suffer with ear issues as well. As with many …
Weird Dog Facts You May Not Know 1) Bed time circling isn’t just for fun Does your dog go a little crazy just before bed, running around in circles before settling down? Contrary to popular belief, it’s not ‘just for fun’ or that he or she is letting off steam before sleep – it’s actually a ritual that goes back thousands …
Atrophy In Dogs Canines that experience atrophy (muscle wasting) are most often showing symptoms of a larger problem. Atrophy is a symptom of many different canine diseases and should be taken very seriously. If dogs are showing any symptoms of muscle wasting it is best to get them to a veterinarian for a more thorough examination. Degenerative myelopathy is a …
Chronic mange can be debilitating to an animal. It can cause depression, lethargy, anaemia and hair loss. Mange is a skin infection caused by tiny parasites (mites). There are two types – Demodectic and Sarcoptic, the later being highly contagious. The most common form is demodectic mange – which is caused by a microscopic mite that lives in hair follicles. …
The four main symptoms of uncomplicated diabetes mellitus are increased thirst, increased urination, weight loss and increased appetite. Diabetes mellitus (sugar diabetes) is a disease of the pancreas. This is a small but vital organ located near the stomach. It has two significant populations of cells. One group of cells produces the enzymes necessary for proper digestion. The other group, …
Man’s best friend is battling one of man’s worst enemies – obesity. Like people, overweight dogs are at risk for health problems, from arthritis to heart disease. This is one challenge you and your pet can face together. When making your dog your exercise buddy, step one is a trip to the vet. Your vet can evaluate your dog for …
A urinary tract infection occurs when bacteria infects your dog’s immune system. The invasion and colonisation of bacteria in the urinary bladder and/or the upper portion of the urethra often results when the local defence system – which helps protect against infection – is impaired. Dogs will usually suffer from urinary tract infection as a result of ingesting unclean food …
All is going well, you have taught your pup after 7 – 10 days to: walk on a lead, retrieve and come when called. When is the best time to start training your pup? As soon as you bring it home. Not training in a formal way, but in a very relaxed and happy positive form. Lead training should commence …
An important part of treatment for Addison’s disease is to reduce stress. Addison’s disease is an endocrine disorder that develops as a result of insufficient production of adrenal hormones by the adrenal gland. While Addison’s disease in dogs is fairly uncommon and seldom occurs in cats. Canine Addison’s disease has a greater chance of occurring in certain breeds, such as …
