Dog Health Problem

Dog Health Problems or Diseases are more common on older dogs than young ones. Your dog could possibly suffer the loss of hair, appearance of dandruff and benign tumors. Back in the day, it was believed that the skin of a dog was a clear reflection of his health. This is not always true; the skin or hair of a dog is not a reliable indicator of the dog's general state of health.

Dog Denture: It is always surprising how an old dog can keep an impressive set of teeth, given that environmental factors can deteriorate a dog's mouth. The best way to keep your dog's teeth in good physical shape is by providing him with safe toys to bite. Brushing his teeth might prevent the formation of dental plaque, as well as eliminate bacterium that generates bad breath. Pet stores sell a variety of dental appliances that can help you maintain your dog's teeth clean and healthy.

Tumors in Dogs: As our dogs grow older, their defense system against diseases starts to weaken. As a result, the frequency of tumors in old dogs increases. The diagnosis of a tumor causes much fright, but if detected on time, many forms of cancer can be eradicated completely. Together with your veterinarian, you will be able to make the right decision. Remember that the majority of old dogs can perfectly tolerate a surgical intervention, and that the results of the operation tend to be excellent. In most cases tumors are benign and your veterinarian will let you know how and when a tumor must be removed.

Dog Reproductive system: Old female dogs usually show irregularities in their period. These irregularities may cause inflammation or infection in the uterus. The following symptoms indicate a problem: thirstiness, vomiting, vaginal discharges and bad smell. Any symptom mentioned previously may come with the difficulty of standing up. A typical problem with an old male dog is his prostate. The enlargement of the prostate may be benign, but it may also be of a cancerous nature. In a dog, the prostate is located near the anus. The enlargement of the prostate tends to compress the rectum, and an affected dog has trouble urinating. At first, the symptoms are small stains of blood that you may find in the bed of your dog once he awakens. Rarely does the urine appear to show stains of blood. These symptoms require the immediate intervention of a veterinarian. Castration or hormonal medication may help your dog. Your veterinarian will know the best treatment for your dog. 

Dog Urinary system: The kidneys are the great filters of the body. Similar to the heart, they are designed to withstand a huge amount of work. In old dogs, part of this filtration system becomes worn out. There are many causes for renal diseases and at the beginning they may pass unrecognized. Eventually, your old friend will no longer resist the pain and symptoms will start to show. These symptoms include: urinating often and not being able to stand up. When there is a case of renal failure, the kidneys can no longer dispose of all the components in your dog's urine. Unfortunately, this results in the intoxication of your dog's body. Most urine problems are related to the bladder. An old dog's bladder has the propensity of contracting diverse infectious diseases. Observe carefully for any abnormal discharges in the vulva or penis, since what may start as a small infection can go up from the bladder to the kidneys. You should check for the following symptoms: discomfort, pain when urinating and blood in the urine. At this point, your veterinarian may suggest a surgical intervention. If after the intervention your dog follows a special diet permanently, the formation of new infections can be avoided.

Eyes and ears of a dog: As dogs grow older, their eyes become more opaque. Do not worry because this does not mean that your dog is going blind. It is but a normal change that occurs on dogs, starting five or six years into your dog's life. A dog can turn blind from two ocular diseases: cataracts and glaucoma. In the case of cataracts, your dog's sight becomes clouded and prevents the penetration of light. On the other hand, glaucoma is an anomaly in the liquid drainage of the interior part of the eye that increases pressure within the eye. Cataracts are most frequent in old dogs, but there are many young dogs that can suffer from it too. It has been proven that there exists an inherited predisposition for this disease and perhaps s for glaucoma as well. In both cases, a surgery by a specialist may be successful. All dogs lose part of their hearing as they get older. Many times we do not realize this, but it is important to stay alert because now is the time that our dog needs our attention. Test the hearing of your dog from time to time, but not while he is chasing a cat because he will probably not listen to you. The Importance of Checkups