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Here is a look at some of the most common canine health issues.

Arthritis in Dogs

If your per finds it hard to get up; if he gets limps after exercise; walks slower than normal or has a change in gait; jumping and climbing stairs has become difficult; or difficulty in everything that he does, he might have been attacked by arthritis. It is best to see your vet to get a proper diagnosis in case there is another underlying issue such as cancer or hip dysplasia.

Possible vet prescriptions would be one or more anti inflammatory drugs and pain relievers. You can also get special non-prescription canine aspirin for dogs to help relieve joint pain and inflammation. Immunosuppressive drug Azathioprine 50 mg is also recommended by some vets.

Dog Skin Problems and Allergies

Common canine allergens may include dusts, pollens, fleas, some food, molds, dust mites, and particular allergens that

If you have a puppy or are thinking about getting one you should know the proper caring for a puppy. The result of a proper care for a puppy is a healthy, well adjusted and well behaved dog.

Vaccines & Parasites

Take your puppy to the vet as soon as you got him and the vet will advice you of what your puppy should receive and when. The very first vaccination ought to be administered at about 6-8 weeks and then frequently (about every 3-4 weeks) till he is 20 weeks old. Thereafter annual boosters will be sufficient.

You should also get him treatment for heartworm (Heartgard Plus for Dogs is one example of heartworm treatment), intestinal worms and standard flea and tick treatments.

 Grooming

Grooming is not the same with all dog breeds. For example, dogs breeds with long hairs will need a regular brushing and untangling of hair. Constant ear cleaning is necessary with

The most effective treatment for pain is going to be a prescription medication that you get from your veterinarian. If the pain felt by your dog is associated to an injury, make sure to discuss pain management with your vet. If you think that the dog’s pain is due to arthritis, have your pet checked by a vet. You can discuss the appropriate drug for your dog’s specific needs from there.

Non-Steroidal-Anti-Inflammatory-Drugs (NSAIDs). These medications work by inhibiting the pain causing inflammatory molecules inside the body. It is commonly used to treat mild to moderate pain. NSAID usually work effectively, but they can have side effects that can damage the liver, kidney, and other internal organs. They can also cause interfere with regular blood clotting time. Popular example of NSAID is aspirin for dogs.

Other well known canine medications for arthritis are:

Etodolac 400 mg is a medicine that is