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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Arthritis is an inflammation of the dog’s joints that can be traced back to two basic causes. On the one hand, an infection caused by certain pathogens often triggers arthritis in animals, but the painful joint inflammation can also result from a malfunction of the immune system. In both cases, the affected dog usually suffers severe pain in the affected joints, which of course severely limits the animal’s agility.

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The number of dogs suffering from Lyme disease is increasing drastically from year to year and experts are therefore increasingly recommending immune-strengthening measures for dogs in areas at risk. A strong immune system can prevent the outbreak of Lyme disease in many cases because the healthy immune system effectively fights off the Borrelia bacteria transmitted by the tick. But what can the dog owner do to strengthen their animal’s immune system?

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A hastily given treat can turn into a real health hazard for a dog if a uniformed dog owner feeds his animal chocolate! Chocolate contains a certain substance called theobromine, which is toxic to dogs at a certain dose. In addition, considering the high number of calories, chocolate is not an ideal treat for dogs!

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