02 Feb 2014
Kräuter gegen Mundgeruch beim Hund

More and more veterinarians are preferring various homeopathic remedies for the treatment of various dog diseases, which is due to the fact that homeopathic medications hardly cause any side effects in dogs and still promise success. Homeopathy is also very suitable for owners to treat minor health problems in dogs themselves, but the vet should always be consulted if the animal has long-term or serious illnesses!

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07 Jan 2014

Hund

Dog InfectionA hot spot in dogs generally refers to skin inflammation that occurs in a concentrated and localized manner in a specific area. The term “hot spot” comes from the English language and literally means “hot spot”. In general, hot sport in dogs can be attributed to a variety of causes and therefore the treatment is sometimes very different.

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The veterinarians are sounding the alarm – more and more dogs are suffering from serious obesity and are therefore exposed to a serious health risk! According to veterinarians, the problem that causes dogs to be overweight is always to be found in the dog owner and never in the animals themselves, because the dog owner decides on the type and amount of food. For this reason, every dog owner should always feed their pet carefully!

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Hund-Milben

Fleas can be a significant burden for dogs because the parasites cause severe itching. In addition, more and more dogs are showing an allergy to flea saliva, which causes additional health problems for the affected animals. But how does a flea saliva allergy manifest itself in dogs and what can the dog owner do about it?

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Various yeast fungi live on the skin of every dog, which can multiply rapidly and trigger a fungal infection. Basically, a yeast infection in a dog indicates a weakened immune system and therefore veterinarians usually recommend a combined therapy, in which both the yeast fungi are combated and the dog’s immune system is strengthened.

How does a yeast infection manifest itself in dogs?

As a rule, a yeast infection in dogs is manifested by a musty body odor from the animal in combination with reddening of the skin and crusting. The dog constantly scratches itself due to the intense itching caused by the yeast overgrowth on the skin. It is not uncommon for a yeast infection to occur in dogs if the animal is already suffering from another illness, such as an infectious disease or liver or kidney disease, which significantly weakens the dog’s natural defenses. If a yeast infection on the dog’s skin is not treated professionally, it can cause damage to the skin.

How can you treat yeast infection?

Yeast fungal disease on a dog’s skin can be treated with appropriate medication, shampoos or ointments. However, depending on the general condition of the dog, treatment of the yeast infection can take a long time and many animals sometimes have to be treated with the appropriate medication for the rest of their lives. As already mentioned at the beginning, the dog owner must also ensure that the weakened immune system, which is indicated by the yeast disease, is strengthened again and effectively supported in its work. This can be done, for example, with a special colostrum supplement.

Are there any preventive measures against yeast infestation?

As a preventive measure, the dog owner should regularly check their animal’s skin for yeast infestation and, if necessary, bathe the dog from time to time with a fungicidal shampoo. The animals’ ears must also be checked for prophylaxis, as yeast overgrowth is often found there too! Long-term support and strengthening of the immune system is generally recommended for health prophylaxis in dogs!

 

19 Sep 2013
golden retriever-fell

The lice belong to the group of ectoparasites and do not feed on the dog’s blood like fleas or ticks, but on the glandular secretions on the animal’s skin. In general, the lice do not pose a major danger, but if these fur parasites are discovered, which is not a problem to the naked eye, you should act quickly. In addition, lice are often a sure sign of problems with the dog’s general health.

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Hund

DogUnfortunately, many dogs experience serious skeletal developmental disorders as they grow, which are particularly a problem when the developmental disorder affects bones, which are essential for their optimal function and also for balanced linear growth. The skeletal development disorders usually occur in the early years of a young dog and result from a wide variety of circumstances. You can find out more about this in the following article.

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04 Sep 2013
hund fellpflege

A beautiful coat on your four-legged friend is not something to be taken for granted, because both short-haired and long-haired dogs require regular care! Unfortunately, some dog owners still make the mistake of washing their dog’s fur using shampoos that are actually intended for humans. This can have a very negative effect on the health of a dog’s coat and skin, as shampoos for humans are often far too aggressive! Below are some simple tips for grooming your dog.

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Chihuahua

Skin diseases in dogs are absolutely not uncommon and skin diseases are usually extremely stressful for the animal. Skin diseases often cause severe itching and the animals’ immune systems are also put to a severe test by such diseases. The attentive dog owner can usually recognize a skin disease in their animal by severe redness of the corresponding skin region and the formation of dandruff, although these clear symptoms are not always noticed immediately, especially in animals with long fur.

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