Dog-diseases

From BluWiki

Dogs can fall foul of diseases just like humans. Dogs who are sick are generally obvious. One easy way to spot if your dog is sick at all is to watch him or her eat and exercise. A sick dog will be listless or show very reluctant enthusiasm. If your dog eats without any lustre, it is possible that he or she has become ill. Other symptoms of sickness include pale gums and a whiter than usual tongue, duller than standard eyes, and a dry coat. Sick dogs also often suffer from a fever.

Knowing about common dog diseases and being aware of appropriate prevention and treatment can better help you provide that care.

Canine pregnancy lasts approximately 65 days. Determining the exact day your dog became pregnant may or may not be difficult, depending on the circumstances, but we’ll give you some general guidelines to follow.

For the first three weeks or so of your dog pregnancy, you may not notice any symptoms. She may become more affectionate and she may begin to eat more than usual. Her nipples may enlarge slightly. Four to five weeks into pregnancy, a clear mucus vaginal discharge may be noticed. This will continue until your dog gives birth.

A healthy dog can usually deliver her puppies without assistance. Ask your vet what, if anything, you should do to help her when the time comes. Signs of whelping include restlessness, panting, licking the vulva, hiding, shivering and in some cases vomiting.