Category: Dogs

Familial kidney disease is an umbrella term used to describe various genetically transmitted conditions that impair the normal function of a dog’s kidneys. Unlike some...

Pompe disease — also known as Glycogen Storage Disease Type II (GSD II) — is a rare but serious metabolic disorder that affects both humans...

When it comes to your dog’s health, their teeth might not be the first thing on your mind. However, dental cavities can be a real...

Pyometra is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition that affects female dogs. The term pyometra derives from the Greek words “pyo,” meaning pus, and “metra,”...

Xylazine — also known by its brand name Rompun® — is a drug used as a sedative, analgesic, and muscle relaxant in dogs. Initially developed...

Dexmedetomidine for dogs is an FDA-approved sedative, pain reliever, and anesthetic adjunct used in veterinary practices. It acts as a highly selective alpha-2 adrenergic agonist,...

Activated charcoal is a substance commonly used to treat poisoning or accidental ingestion of toxins in dogs. Also known as activated carbon, it is a...

Selegiline is an FDA-approved drug used to treat cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CDS) — or dementia — and, occasionally, pituitary-dependent hyperadrenocorticism in dogs. Also known as...

Hyperkeratosis in dogs is a condition characterized by the thickening of the skin’s outer layer due to excess production of keratin. Often, it can give...

Stud tail in dogs is a skin condition that affects the sebaceous gland at the base of a dog’s tail. Also referred to as supracaudal...