The Most Common Diseases In Domestic Dogs
Any human being can get sick and our pets are no less. Although the health problems that our faithful friends usually have, they can be very varied. It happens to all of us that when we see our sick dogs, we have a very bad time, since sometimes we do not know what is wrong with them.
It is for this reason that from Best with Pets we want to introduce you to the most common diseases in domestic dogs, in this way they will be easier to detect in time and it is also a way of prevention.
Canine otitis, one of the most common diseases
Canine otitis is one of the most common diseases in dogs. It is the inflammation of the external auditory canal, caused by various reasons such as allergies, bacteria, introduction of a foreign body or because our dog scratches excessively.
The symptoms seen in the dog are frequent shaking of the head and scratching of the ears, discharge of earwax, a red ear, a strong odor, etc. In these cases it is advisable to take him to the vet and determine the causes in order to provide your dog with adequate treatment.
Distemper
Distemper is another of the most common diseases and one that worries pet owners the most. This disease is caused by a virus and is spread through the fluids of infected animals.
That is why it is very important that you observe your dog and if you notice that he is down, has a fever, does not want to eat or drink, rashes are observed, etc., it is very important that you go to the vet.
In severe cases of distemper, dogs develop seizures, tics, and even paralysis. It is very difficult to cure distemper, so in this disease prevention is very important. You have to vaccinate him when he is between 6 and 8 weeks old. Do not put your pet in contact with other dogs without first giving him the vaccine.
Canine dermatitis
If your dog scratches very often and did not do it before, you have to be alert because he may suffer from a skin problem, such as allergies or dermatological problems. Dermatitis can be caused by an internal disorder, an allergy or an environmental factor.
It may happen that at certain times of the year, your pet has dandruff on its coat, something that could be normal, but if you notice that it does not disappear, it could be because of a dermatitis, so you should go to the vet immediately .
Cystitis
This disease affects adult dogs in more cases than puppies. Cystitis is an inflammation of the bladder caused by bacteria. The most common symptoms are increased urge to urinate, blood in the urine, and difficulty urinating.
The causes can be very varied such as stones or tumors in the bladder and even an abnormality in the nervous system. In these cases it is very important that you go to the vet, meanwhile you must make sure that your dog drinks enough water and above all, you have to change the date.
Canine leishmaniosis
This disease is known as “the silent disease”, since it is spread by a mosquito. The most common symptoms usually appear of two types: the one that affects the skin and the one that is visceral.
In the case that it is cutaneous, bald spots will appear on the skin, skin ulcers, excessive growth of the nails or formation of nodules. In the case that it affects the viscera, it may be that your dog suddenly loses weight, is listless, has a swollen belly, suffers from diarrhea and even nosebleeds.
This disease is very difficult to cure completely and there is also no vaccine, so it can only be prevented by applying antiparasitic products, preventing your dog from sleeping outside, and having regular check-ups.
Canine arthritis
This disease is very common in older dogs. It consists of a joint disorder due to the degeneration of articular cartilage. The symptoms that appear in your dog are constant lameness, difficulty getting up, pain in the bones or difficulty in their movements.
In these cases, you have to consult your veterinarian and have him recommend specific exercises for these cases. A change in your diet, with dietary supplements and specific medications for the disease, is also very important .
