Dog care, symptoms, health issues, and dog health advocacy from an owner's perspective. In loving memory of Jasmine.
Most diabetic dogs develop cataracts and go blind. Normally, the lens of the eye absorbs glucose it need from fluids in the eye. Excess glucose in the fluid is converted to other forms. With too much sugar present, these converted forms draw water into the lens, disrupting clarity. Eventually the lens become opaque. More information: Cataracts in Diabetic Dogs Thank…
Enlarged lymph nodes can be a scary finding. Lymph nodes are small nodules within the lymphatic system that play a role in the function of the immune system. Their function includes: filtration of the lymph fluid trapping infectious agents such as viruses and bacteria The most common cause of lymph node enlargement is an infection. It can, however, be due…
The prognosis for dogs suffering with IMHA is mixed; the mortality rate ranges from 30% to 70% within the first couple of months after diagnosis. The most common IMHA complication that leads to death is a blood clot within vital organs such as the lungs. Thank you, Jenny MacKay, for sharing Pete’s story. Pete’s story It was the evening of…