Canine Infection Information

Canine Infections and Diseases

admin — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 22:51:55 +0000

Some of the most common canine infections are Rabies, Parvovirus, Distemper, Kennel Cough, Lyme disease, Herpes and Canine Hepatitis. The up side to these diseases is that most of them are preventable canine infections by vaccine and good health. Most canine infections are related to just a simple one time exposure. Avoiding other dogs that appear to be sick or weak is great place to start when it comes to prevention of these diseases. Also keep in mind kennels are prime breeding ground for these canine diseases.

Canine infections can move through your dogs within a matter of days and sometimes even hours, so it is important to educate yourself about these common canine infectious diseases.

Canine Infection

admin — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 18:29:08 +0000

Wow, my canine has the strangest ear infection. I was walking Duke the other day and noticed that he was always stopping and scratching his ear. So when we got home I grabbed a flashlight and magnifying glass and looked in his ear. There was a dry, reddish brown waxy substance in his ear. I’m not sure what it was so I did some research and it looks like it could be mites. I’ve taken the necessary steps to eradicate the mites, but I’m also planning on taking preventative measures agains him getting ill. I haven’t used supplements to help with canine infection, but It’s time to start.

Natural Flea Treatments

admin — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 22:36:58 +0000

My Labrador Holly has been scratching a lot this summer since contracting fleas. I have been seeking natural treatments and therapies to help keep her safe from bugs. I have learned that besides the improving the health of your pet, there is advantages for using certain supplements. They help to repel the fleas, ticks, and other parasites that try to make a home on your pets body. Since I began to enhance my dogs diet with nutritional supplements and I can see the difference. Supplements have strenthened her immunity to seasonal flea problems. I have found this measure has aided in prevention, as my dogs skin just doesn’t taste as good to the fleas since including supplements as part of the diet.

Dog Eye Infections

admin — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 20:13:12 +0000

I think my dog has en eye infection. I was playing with my pit bull Charlie in the park over the weekend when I noticed he began scratching at his eyes. They seemed more red than normal and the dog eye pink, and the eyelids looked a bit swollen. Besides pawing at his eye area, he was squinting when the sun was directly on him. I got some water to wash them out, but they still appeared to bother Charlie. It’s possible that my dog got an eye infection as he doesn’t normally experience any allergies. I researched treatment methods and found out I should see a Vet who may prescribe some antibiotic eye ointment. I am also looking in to taking some preventative measures such as supplements to aid in limiting the chance of any eye infection occurrence.

Urinary Tract Infection

admin — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 01:29:42 +0000

I have a 6 month old Golden Retriever named Sparky that is having some bladder issues. I don’t think it’s an infection, but I’m not sure. I usually find small wet patches where the Dog had been sitting or lying. I have also seen Sparky have short involuntary leaks even when not having been excited. I am aware older dogs can experience this type of problem. Is it possible my dogs incontinence may be because of a urinary tract infection? I have read that certain supplements can keep a help in preventing urinary infections. In addition to immediate care I am looking for safe ways to best maintain my Dogs health.

Canine Yeast Infection

admin — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 01:45:36 +0000

I noticed my French Bulldog Betsy has a distinct odor that has been quite unpleasant. She had been on antibiotics recently it likely caused a Yeast infection, which are usually smelly. I also noticed the constant itching as well, another sign of possible infection. Fortunately no lesions yet but want to be aggressive in heading off any long term problems. I understand Canine yeast infections are easy to eradicate and with the medications, but I am also considering supplements that may help in long term prevention and aiding her overall health.