#dog health

[sammythesheltie]

On wednesday was vet visit day - for vaccinations.

Sammy is happy and fit as always.

Since his illness he lost so much weight (even he is healthy again).

And we sadly still do not know the reason for this weight loss.

He is from 12,80kg down to 8,35kg (his height is 42.5cm).

His lowest weight was exactly 7,95kg so I am happy he is starting to gain weight.

But it still scares me even the vet tells me he is fine and healthy and he is slowly gaining weight.

#dogblr #dogs #dog health #sheltie #shetland sheepdog #winter #spring #march #march 2024 #sammy

[darkwood-sleddog]

You had mentioned awhile back that you massage and stretch your dogs because Sig seemed to feel a little better after his soft tissue injury so you kept doing it. What kind of exercises do you do?

We do a couple basic exercises, with shoulder flexor stretches being the main one for Sigurd. They are described in THIS veterinary article along with a couple other stretches I do.

THIS chart by FitPaws is a great resource with good photo examples of each aspect of the stretch. I particularly like how they show flexion, extension, and abduction for each. Stretches of these kinds are what I do on each dog after extensive exercise since it’s very easy to do once they’re relaxed post workout. I should do it pre-workout more but it’s difficult when they’re excited.

My vet also recommended what she calls “bicycle stretches” where you slowly rotate the limb in a natural movement. We do this for Sigurd more so that the other dogs.

#dogblr #faq #dog health #my dogs LOVE the stretches now that they understand what is happening #they sigh into it and honestly who wouldn’t love that #I do general muscle massage when we do it too #each stretch is usually broken up with generic massage and pets #to keep things positive as possible

[thepastisalreadywritten]

13 July 2023

Golden retrievers at Guisachan, near Tomich (2018)

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Dudley Coutts Marjoribanks, 1st Baron Tweedmouth, also known as the Laird of Guisachan and Glenaffric (29 December 1820 – 4 March 1894), was a Scottish businessman and a Liberal politician who sat in the House of Commons from 1853 until 1880, when he was elevated to the peerage as Baron Tweedmouth.

He was the breeder of the first golden retriever.

#golden retrievers #Guisachan House #Glen Affric #Sir Dudley Marjoribanks #Golden Retriever Club of Scotland #The Kennel Club #Lord Tweedmouth #Guisachan estate #dogs #animals #dog welfare #dog training #dog health #Highlands #BBC #Tomich

[pugsandfrenchbulldogs]

A mystery respiratory illness has been spreading across the country recently which affects dogs. It begins with a cough and can progress to pneumonia. The disease does not respond well to antibiotics. It is apparently spread by contact from other canines. It's wise to limit communal contact with other dogs, such as dog parks and shared water bowls. The screenshot is from Today.com. PLEASE frens SHARE this and tell anyone you know who owns a dog!!!

#pets #puppies #puppy #pupper #furbaby #animals #dog #dogs #doggo #important #animal welfare #animal safety #animal health #sick animal #dog health #emergency #pet emergency

[fayeandknight]

Folks who have had their dog's OFAs done - how long did it take to get the results?

I had Forte's done on 11/24/23. It's currently 1/20/24 and I've heard nothing from the vet and don't see him listed on the OFA database.

I don't want to pester the vet staff unnecessarily as I'm sure they're busy. But in case a filing mistake was made I also don't want to wait too long.

Advice appreciated.

#dogblr #dog health #health testing #ofa #i don't want to bother the vet staff if this is a normal wait time #I'm sure they've got more pressing matters than my healthy dog's optional testing results #but i also don't want to just let it go if this is abnormally long to wait

[oregonforestdog]

3 January 2024

Our new year is off to a good start with a Vet visit (he is fine. As usual I catastrophized something tiny-- they think he just jammed his dewclaw and it got infected). He's on antibiotics and they are having me increase his NSAID dose since he's been underdosed for his weight. Speaking of which, he is back up to 96. I stg every time I think I've got him headed in the right direction it turns out he's gained. He needs to get back down to around 90, I know it will help him move a lot better especially as he's going to be 11 in 2 weeks and its getting harder for him to walk distances (chase the squirrels, though? Oh, he'll do that anytime).

I created a walking plan for him to slowly increase his distance and stamina, the same way I did my half-marathon training, 3 walks per week, adding a little bit to the combined mileage each week. Did 2/3 walks for the week already (he limps a bit past the first mile, so we're sticking around a mile per walk for the first few weeks). I'm also going to ask his vet if I can bring him in and weigh him every other week. Got his nails dremeled, finally, and all the impacted undercoat is out. Ivan's new years' resolutions are off to a good start.

#ivan #home #dog health

[joski-town]

The latest BOAS grading stats by The Kennel Club. Those are great results and really shows what a difference getting a well bred dog makes when it comes to health.

84,8% of Frenchies, 81,8% of bulldogs and 78,6% of Pugs are unaffected.

I can't wait until these kinds of testing are available worldwide, right now in France we only have Breath testing which is clearly not as thorough.

#dog #dogblr #french bulldog #bulldog #pug #dog health #and before anyone in the notes goes off about it yes i know there are other health issues to worry about. like in all breeds #but since the population's focus are on these dogs ability to breathe : here you go. they can breathe just fine

[juuls]

Does anyone else out there have dogs with Keratin cysts? A few of my basset hound’s have burst through the skin (gosh the smell is disgusting) and when cleaned out are sometimes 2cm (just shy of 1”) deep. She’s 7 and has had 5 burst, some worse than others, but with this one I’m wondering if I should go to the vet and get sutures put in? It’s not just open, it’s still seeping.

Looking for some advice from people who’ve faced similar situations.

If anyone knows a vet account, please tag!

Pics beneath the cut.

#dogs #dog health #veterinary #cysts #keratin cysts

[dreamgirledward]

hello fellow dog owners!! just a head's up, there's been a respiratory illness spreading throughout northwestern us states but there's also been cases found in the east as well (like rhode island), and we're beginning to see a few in canada (like alberta) very recently. there's no cure yet as vets arent sure if it's a viral or bacterial infection. please keep your pups away from high-volume spaces like dog parks, daycare, boarding/kennels, etc., since that's how it's most likely spreading. brachycephalic dogs (smushed-faces) and dogs with underlying health conditions are definitely the most at risk of death in these cases, but everyone should be cautious nonetheless! here are some articles to read more about it. pls spread the word!!

#dog respiratory illness #<- truly have no idea what else to tag this as #dogs #dog health

[blueboyluca]

Does anyone know what this might be?

Obviously I am going to take him to the vet but within 30 minutes of this episode Luca was 100% back to normal. This is the second time something like this has happened, the last time was 4 years ago. He has shown intermittent stiffness in his back legs a handful of times in the last 4 years but nothing like this.

We were walking and suddenly he had this episode, losing coordination and proprioception in his back legs. It looks a lot like DM except that he made a full recovery. He may have been in pain but he didn’t make any sounds, he mostly seemed confused and scared. He also has had no obvious pain signs afterward and is already playing with Topaz the next morning. I’m not sure if it’s musculoskeletal or neurological?

If anyone has seen anything like this I’d be interested. The confusing part is that he makes a full recovery afterward and seems normal. The first time something like this happened he was at home laying down so that made it seem neurological. The vet checked him over physically but couldn’t find any issues. We haven’t had him X-rayed as that’s kind of a specialist thing and they didn’t recommend it since he seemed fine.

#dog health #vet medicine #degenerative myelopathy #Luca

[sammythesheltie]

It looks like we finally have the reason for Sammys weight loss (now 9,5kg).

Big thanks to the people here for helping much ❤️!

After the ultra sounds were okay too and it was not acid reflux the vet wanted to test Sammys enzymes.

It is hard to describe so I hope my wording is okay/understandable.

Sammys is worm free but they send a bit from his poop to a lab to check those enzymes.

And in fact Sammys body has developed a problem with fat and proteins because this enzymes are not right.

Good is, we can "feed" him those enzymes, so he will be okay.

And he needs a food with higher protein levels, especially with much muscle flesh.

I am still worried but it is a little relieve too.

#dogblr #dogs #puppies #dog health #photography #sheltie #shetland sheepdog #march #march 2023 #spring #sammy #sammys health

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[scruffydogposting]

PSA! Especially in the PNW. My breeder friend just returned from the Golden Retriever national specialty in OR and knows several dogs who are sick, some very much so. Stay alert!

#it really messes with my training camp plans but #we persevere #dogblr #dogs #vet med discussion #dog health

[pugsandfrenchbulldogs]

#animal welfare #animal safety #animal health #Animal Poisoning #important #dog health #dog illness #pet emergency #pets #puppies #puppy #pupper #animals #furbaby #dog #dogs #doggo #cute #adorable #smol

[colliewolf]

Hey, hi, it’s me! Your local dog groomer! You want a double coated dog? You want to get that dog haircuts? (Or cats. Cats deal with all this too)

Here’s my awesome gaming tip:

DON’T FUCKING SHAVE THEM!!!

Double coated breeds, most commonly associated with shedding, are not a breed you want to shave!!!

But Collie? Why shouldn’t I shave my dog?

Wonderful question! The answer lies in the land of ~insulation~

Double coats are actually a form of insulation! They’re designed to protect your dog from any kind of the elements! They grow a thicker undercoat during colder months to allow heat to be held close to the skin! They shed that fur in warmer weather, and it actually holds cool air instead of making your dog overheat!

If you shave that coat? It can cause shave shock- a condition that causes your dogs skin to get red and irritated, which can lead your dog to get open sores and scabs. It can also cause hair thinning and hair loss as shaving your double coated breed too close to the skin can clog and damage their hair follicles. This can also lead to secondary infections.

Wow! That sounds bad! But what should I do instead of shaving my dog?

If your local salon offers it? Go for a shed release bath. I most often see breeds in here that just want their dog to stop shedding and think shaving is the answer. Groomers (and some stores if you prefer to self wash) have shampoos that target that undercoat, allowing it to be removed easier! Yes, you have to brush your dog, but you should be doing that anyways

My dog has longer hair and on occasion gets matting! Should I not shave those out?

Aha! This is the exception! While it is still a better idea to try and brush the mat out if it’s loose enough, most of the time it’s a better to spot shave matting out. ONLY IN THAT AREA. It’s better to get rid of matting as soon as possible.

I understand if brushing gets away from you, wrangling dogs is a very draining task, some dogs just mat if you look at them wrong! They happen! I’m not about to shame anyone for that.

I also understand if you prefer a cleaner look on your dog, if you want to get them a haircut? Get a feather trim, ask for it to be tight, they’ll take care of the hair on the legs and round up the butt and cut the hair on the stomach to meet the body- just don’t shave your dog!!!!!!!!!

A list of these dogs I see most commonly getting shaved are:

Golden retrievers! (They are not a doodle. You have to shave doodles because of the poodle dna)

Pomeranians! (Yes, they’re double coated. Boos haircut is not the Pomeranian standard.)

All shepherd dogs! (Yes they have long hair. No you shouldn’t shave them.)

Huskies (I get it, they shed so much, but it’s not healthy!)

It genuinely makes me so sad every time I cannot convince a pet parent not to shave their dog. So please do what’s best for your animal!

#dog health #dogs #animal health #dog grooming #pet stylist #pet health

[oregonforestdog]

A couple weeks ago I noticed a small bald patch on one of Ivan's forefeet, near his dewclaw. When I looked more closely it looked like a little cyst. He gets a lot of those all over so I didn't think it was a big deal. Today his foot looks pretty swollen and the bald patch is bigger. It isn't red or hot or anything, but he does seem to favor that foot and has for a while. A vet visit is in order.

Adding a picture so I can compare how it looks tomorrow. Hopefully the vet can get him in quickly :/

#ivan #dog health #trying to tell myself not to jump to conclusions #but really worried about osteosarcoma #pretty sure that's what his mom died of and she was only 9