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Canine degenerative myelopathy, also known as chronic degenerative radiculomyelopathy, is an incurable, progressive disease of the canine spinal cord that is similar in many ways to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Onset is typically after the age of 7 years and it is seen most frequently in the German shepherd dog, Pembroke Welsh corgi ...
Limber tail syndrome, or acute caudal myopathy, is a disorder of the muscles in the tail, usually affecting working dogs. [ 1] It is an injury occurring mostly in sporting or working dogs such as English Pointers, English Setters, Foxhounds, Beagles, and Labrador Retrievers. Limber tail syndrome [ 2] is also known as swimmer's tail, cold water ...
Conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, [ 4] is inflammation of the outermost layer of the white part of the eye and the inner surface of the eyelid. [ 5] It makes the eye appear pink or reddish. [ 1] Pain, burning, scratchiness, or itchiness may occur. [ 1] The affected eye may have increased tears or be "stuck shut" in the morning. [ 1]
First, they recommend encouraging your dog to rest – dogs need 18-20 hours of sleep a day as a general rule, but they’ll probably need more after a stressful event. “Facilitate high quality ...
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in dogs is a progressive, long-term condition in which the kidneys gradually lose their ability to function effectively. It is a common health concern that can affect ...
Hypoadrenocorticism in dogs, or, as it is known in people, Addison's disease, is an endocrine system disorder that occurs when the adrenal glands fail to produce enough hormones for normal function. The adrenal glands secrete glucocorticoids such as cortisol [1] and mineralocorticoids such as aldosterone ; [2] when proper amounts of these are ...
Frequency. ~25% in any given month [ 7][ 8] Low back pain or lumbago is a common disorder involving the muscles, nerves, and bones of the back, in between the lower edge of the ribs and the lower fold of the buttocks. Pain can vary from a dull constant ache to a sudden sharp feeling. [ 4]
Dry eye syndrome. Dry eye syndrome, also known as keratoconjunctivitis sicca, is the condition of having dry eyes. [ 2] Symptoms include dryness in the eye, irritation, redness, discharge, blurred vision, and easily fatigued eyes. Symptoms range from mild and occasional to severe and continuous. [ 3]