Illnesses & Conditions

Understanding Blood Values in Dogs

Creatinine elevated, ALT dramatically high – what do abnormal blood values mean in an asymptomatic dog?

First aid for dogs – your emergency guide

Crooked Front Legs in Dogs – Short Ulna, Carpus Valgus & Radius Curvus Explained

Some dogs develop shortened or misaligned front legs during growth.

Autoimmune haemolytic anaemia (AIHA) in dogs: treatment & prognosis

In short: Autoimmune haemolytic anaemia (AIHA) is a medical emergency in which the dog’s immune system destroys its own red blood cells.

Rabbit Haemorrhagic Disease, Not Just in NRW – What You Should Know

The so-called hare plague is currently making headlines in North Rhine-Westphalia – but this is not just a regional problem.

Bladder Infection in Puppies – Recognition, Causes, Prevention and Treatment

Bladder inflammation (cystitis) in puppies can develop faster than many dog owners realise – and those who wait too long risk more …

Anaemia in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Anaemia in dogs arises from too few red blood cells or a lack of haemoglobin.

Guide: Anal glands in dogs – Everything you need to know

If your dog "scoots", the anal glands are usually blocked.

Carp Back (Kyphosis) in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

In short: A carp back (kyphosis) is the upwardly curved spine of the dog and a real warning signal.

Water poisoning in dogs

What is water poisoning? Water poisoning (hyperhydration) occurs when a dog consumes large amounts of water in a short period.