Demodicosis is an inflammatory dog disease caused by demodex canis and demodex injai. It occurs when large number of demodicosis sps inhabit hair follicles and sebaceous glands. These demodex mites are transmitted from mother to puppies during nursing within 72 hours after birth. Immunosuppression, natural or iatrogenic can precipitate the disease. In some cases Secondary bacterial deep folliculitis, furunculosis or cellulitis may occur leading to guarded prognosis. There are 3 forms of demodicosis seen in dogs. 1,Localised demodicosis 2, Juvenile-onset generalised demodicosis 3,Adult onset generalised demodicosis. In the case...
Aging is a normal part of everyone's life, and at some point all dogs become seniors. It is the natural process of things and every owner should be prepared for it. It is important to remember that many physiological changes occur during the aging process that your canine companion will experience. These include: Lack of energy Reduced hearing Changes in eyesight Arthritis Obesity Dental problems Cancers Cardiac and kidney diseases All dogs are not considered seniors at the same age, it mainly depends on the breed and the dogs unique traits. Small breeds at 10 - 11 years of age Medium sized breeds at 8 - 10 years Gaint breeds at 5 - 6 years of age Special care should be taken to the dogs when they...
Hernia is an abnormal opening in the muscle which allows the internal organs and tissues to pass through it to reach other parts of the body. Hernia is very common in dogs especially in puppies. Hernia can be congenital that is present by birth or over a period of time due to trauma or accidents or being bitten by other dogs. Almost 90% of hernia are genetical, as most puppies are born with them. The severity of hernia depends on location of development of hernia. Types of hernia : There are 5 types of hernia common in dogs which varies in severity, ranging from non - concerning to life threatening. Umbilical hernia : It is the most common...
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