Diseases and Ailments

Your Complete Guide to Dog Care and Dog Training.

The Four Major Dog Diseases

Kennel or House Cough
Pneumonia
Babesiasis
Diabetes
Fits
Urinary Tract Ailments
Pyometra
Metritis
Prostatitis
Anal Glands
Ascites
Ear Troubles

Eye Ailments
Hernias
Abscesses
Cysts
Tumors
Diarrhea
Constipation
Coprophagy
Flatulence
Vomiting
Bad Breath
Bloat

While the Big Four diseases are the most important and dangerous, there are other diseases and ailments that require prompt attention. Some of the diseases and ailments in this section are chronic and affect older dogs; others may be acute or chronic and affect all dogs. In some cases you can help clear up the condition, while in others both you and the veterinarian will work as a team to cure the dog.

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