Over 370 genetic diseases affect dogs
The dog is the non-human species for which the largest number of genetic disorders is known and as at 2002 (20 years ago) over 370… Read More »Over 370 genetic diseases affect dogs
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21 genetic diseases inherited by the French bulldog. Are they always in pain?
Some people think that French bulldogs are always in pain. Some experts believe that there should be a ban on breeding French Bulldog and pugs… Read More »21 genetic diseases inherited by the French bulldog. Are they always in pain?
Cocoa, the dog who has to wear goggles for the rest of her life
There is a rare eye disease in dogs called pannus or chronic superficial keratitis. It is believed to be a hereditary condition that is prevalent… Read More »Cocoa, the dog who has to wear goggles for the rest of her life
‘Retired’ Frenchie stretches and takes a deserved rest (video)
This ‘retired’ French bulldog – a ‘Frenchie’ to afficionados – stretches and takes a much-deserved 😎 rest on what appears to be a special couch.… Read More »‘Retired’ Frenchie stretches and takes a deserved rest (video)
Viagra as a treatment for megaoesophagus in dogs is not clinically relevant
There is a report on the Gizmodo website which states that, subject to a follow-up study, the active ingredient of Viagra can help dogs keep… Read More »Viagra as a treatment for megaoesophagus in dogs is not clinically relevant
Report that dog ear cropping increased by 621% over the last six years to 2020 in the UK
The RSPCA tells us that there has been a 621% increase in the number of reports of dog ear cropping over the last six years… Read More »Report that dog ear cropping increased by 621% over the last six years to 2020 in the UK
Dog that fought a porcupine ends up in a bit of a ‘prickle’
Porcupine quills stuck into a dog’s face can look mildly amusing but they can cause serious injury.
Chihuahua died when a tennis ball dropped on its head
You may think that the title is ridiculous and fictional but it isn’t. And it happened because the Chihuahua has holes in its skull and… Read More »Chihuahua died when a tennis ball dropped on its head
Norway effectively bans British bulldogs and Cavalier King Charles spaniels
NEWS AND COMMENT-NORWAY: We know that the British bulldog is selectively bred to extreme to have brachycephalic features, the side effect of which is to… Read More »Norway effectively bans British bulldogs and Cavalier King Charles spaniels
Dogs are getting gastroenteritis on Blackpool beach
NEWS AND COMMENT: The reporting is skimpy. However, it’s clear that dogs are picking up a bug which causes gastroenteritis when they are taken for… Read More »Dogs are getting gastroenteritis on Blackpool beach