Guide to Canine Parasites and Diseases

Even if you give your pet the good things he needs such as a good amount of physical activity and good foods for him, you need to realize that your pet can still become sick. If you noticed that there is something unusual happening to your dog, it would be better if you deal with it immediately. 

For example, the symptoms that you may feel yourself when feeling sick, such as diarrhea, lack of appetite, or a look of being out of it might be a sign that he has a bug. But, on the other hand, if the symptoms last more than a few days, it's time to call your vet. They may have something more serious such as parasites or an infection. One of your first concerns should be when your pet has diarrhea.

This is very important to notice especially in puppies. Again, it may seem like he just has a bug, but it can also signal that there is something more wrong such as a virus, parasite, or bacterial infection. While a change in the type of food the dog eats or just the stress he is under can cause it, it's important to take steps to protect your animal when he has diarrhea. You need to ensure your pet, especially your puppy does not dehydrate. If the condition lasts for a few days so, you should call your vet. You may need to collect a sample for the vet so that he or she can figure out what the problem is and how to treat it. What about a dog with what looks like a cold? Dogs that are coughing or have discharge coming from their nose are often suffering from a URI (Upper respiratory infection.) These are caused by a virus or bacteria that are lurking in the air. It is important for you to realize what is happening with your dog, for your sake and the pets. What they have is something they can pass on to you and your family as well. Some pets can develop dehydration or even develop pneumonia. Dogs who have experienced a shelter like the situation might contract some respiratory diseases like kennel cough or bordetella, However, adequate care will help the dog to overcome this kind of disease in a short period of time to do. for anyone who uses a doggie daycare of needs to use boarding shelters for when you travel. Most municipalities will require that all dogs receive a certain number of vaccinations. These vaccines have a significant role in preventing your dog from getting effected or developing deadly diseases like rabies, parvovirus, and distemper. Your dog will likely need to have a booster vaccine every year or so to protect them continuously. Doing this protects you and the dog as well as other dogs in the area. Parasites can also attack and harm a dog. For many dogs, there are a number of parasites that can affect them. In order to monitor for this, your dog will need to be seen by a vet regularly and the vet is likely to need you to provide them with a sample of fecal matter. A good thing to watch for is small rice sized granules in the dog's bedding or near its anus. This is a sign of worms and your pet needs to be seen by a vet to help stop the problem. But, that's not all of the parasites that can infect your dog. Dog's skin can have parasites living on it like ear mites which live inside his ears. Also, he might have mange and sarcoptic mites, those are critters living in the hair follicle and on his skin. They can really cause your dog pain and should be taken care of. They might be invisible to you either. If your dog is uncomfortable or is scratching quite a bit, even skin biting, there are most likely parasites that need to be taken care of. in addition, there are fleas as well. So if your dog's health is worrying you, make sure to consult a qualified veteran on a regular basis.