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Here is a look at some of the most common canine health issues.

Arthritis in Dogs

If one of your pet’s problem is getting up; if limps bother him after he exercises; walking pace has decreased; has difficulty in jumping or climbing stairs; or hardship in all that he is doing, he might have been attacked by arthritis. It is best to see your vet to get a proper diagnosis in case there is another underlying issue such as cancer or hip dysplasia.

Your vet may prescribe one or more anti-inflammatory medications or pain relievers. You can also get special non-prescription canine aspirin for dogs to help relieve joint pain and inflammation. Immunosuppressive drug Azathioprine 50 mg is also recommended by some vets.

Dog Skin Problems and Allergies

Dogs can be allergic to house dust and dust mites, ragweed, molds, pollens, fleas, dog food ingredients, and other common allergens. Symptoms might be one or more of the following: licking of paws excessively, severe itchiness characterized by scratching, and pawing at ears. In some severe cases, you dog may have oozing hot spots on his body.

Mild allergies are usually treated with soothing shampoos liked oatmeal shampoo and/or essential fatty acids to help stop itching and keep skin from getting dry.

Dog Heartworm Symptoms and Prevention

Heartworm disease is one canine disease that is preventable. Heartworms begin with infected mosquitoes biting your dog and depositing microscopic larvae, when these larvae mature, they go to the dog’s heart and reproduce. As they grow into adulthood, they can reach a measurement of one foot long. If left untreated, dogs will usually die of heart failure. Heartworm symptoms include tiredness, decreased appetite, weight loss, and heart failure. Sadly, symptoms often don’t show up until about a year after infection when it may be too late. Prevention is quite simple. Your vet will normally perform a heartworm test as part of your dog’s yearly checkup and prescribe a once-a-month tablet or a topical treatment like Heartgard Plus for dogs that will prevent heartworm infestation.

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