The lice belong to the group of ectoparasites and do not feed on the dog’s blood like fleas or ticks, but on the glandular secretions on the animal’s skin. In general, the lice do not pose a major danger, but if these fur parasites are discovered, which is not a problem to the naked eye, you should act quickly. In addition, lice are often a sure sign of problems with the dog’s general health.

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Unfortunately, many dogs experience serious skeletal developmental disorders as they grow, which are particularly a problem when the developmental disorder affects bones, which are essential for their optimal function and also for balanced linear growth. The skeletal development disorders usually occur in the early years of a young dog and result from a wide variety of circumstances. You can find out more about this in the following article.

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A beautiful coat on your four-legged friend is not something to be taken for granted, because both short-haired and long-haired dogs require regular care! Unfortunately, some dog owners still make the mistake of washing their dog’s fur using shampoos that are actually intended for humans. This can have a very negative effect on the health of a dog’s coat and skin, as shampoos for humans are often far too aggressive! Below are some simple tips for grooming your dog.

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Skin diseases in dogs are absolutely not uncommon and skin diseases are usually extremely stressful for the animal. Skin diseases often cause severe itching and the animals’ immune systems are also put to a severe test by such diseases. The attentive dog owner can usually recognize a skin disease in their animal by severe redness of the corresponding skin region and the formation of dandruff, although these clear symptoms are not always noticed immediately, especially in animals with long fur.

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As joint diseases in dogs are statistically increasing, many veterinarians are currently specializing in canine orthopedics. In fact, many dog owners now prefer to consult such a specialist who has extensive knowledge of joint diseases in dogs and also has the medical equipment required for a competent diagnosis and also for orthopedic treatment of a sick dog. Unfortunately, these dog orthopedists usually have their professional expertise paid for and the dog owner has to dig deep into their wallet!

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Vaccinating a young dog in a timely manner can save the animal from serious illnesses. Puppies are advised by veterinarians to be vaccinated against various pathogens in a timely manner and a repeat vaccination when the animals are older is also recommended. Most vaccinations should also be refreshed regularly, as the effectiveness of the vaccination decreases over time. But when should which vaccinations be carried out and repeated on dogs?

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Rabies is a disease caused by viruses that is fatal for dogs, other animals and humans. Fortunately, cases of rabies in Germany and neighboring countries are now relatively low, but dog owners should always take precautions against rabies infection and have their dog vaccinated regularly. But how is rabies actually transmitted and how does this disease manifest itself in dogs?

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Minor health problems in dogs can often be treated very well by the dog owner themselves and without consulting a veterinarian. Of course, this requires that the dog lover also has the necessary medication and medical equipment on hand. For this reason, it is advisable to put together a small medicine cabinet for your dog, which can be used to treat small aches and pains in your four-legged friend. But in principle, if you have long-term or serious health problems, you should always consult a veterinarian! Below is a small list of the important medications and medical instruments for the dog’s first aid kit.

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A dog owner who notices abnormal movements or recurring trembling in his animal should definitely consult a veterinarian, as the dog may be suffering from the so-called wobbler syndrome. Wobbler syndrome is caused by severe damage to the nerves in the spinal cord, which in turn can be attributed to various causes.

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Particularly in large dog breeds, under certain circumstances a so-called gastric torsion can occur, in which the animal’s stomach twists to such an extent that both the stomach entrance and the stomach exit are closed. This creates serious and life-threatening dangers for the dog and therefore the dog owner should consult a veterinarian immediately in such a case.

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