When people talk about liver values in dogs, they usually mean the enzymes ALT, AST, ALP, GGT and GLDH. Elevated values may indicate liver disease. But they also vary depending on age and race. So don't be surprised that you…
When dogs suddenly lose weight, it can be due to malabsorption, problems eating, and loss of appetite. Under certain circumstances, stomach and intestinal parasites, kidney problems, diabetes, Addison's disease and cancer can also be behind it. There is usually only…
There are a total of 28 spaniel breeds – but five of them are already extinct. In addition, there are three other dog breeds that are also incorrectly referred to as “spaniels”: #1 American Water Spaniel#2 American Cocker Spaniel#3 Boykin…
When dogs behave strangely, it could be due to allergies, dementia, or injuries. In individual cases, hormonal disorders, jealousy, inflammation, stress, abdominal pain or even poisoning can also be possible causes. Since dogs tend to hide pain for evolutionary reasons,…
Dogs cannot fertilize a woman because the genetic makeup of humans and dogs is too different. The vastly different number of chromosomes alone makes pregnancy impossible. This isn't even possible with chimpanzees. You can imagine the genetic material like building…
Greyhounds are usually quite large. However, here you will find a list of the 15 smallest greyhound breeds worldwide: #1 Podengo Português: 20 – 30 cm #2 Peruvian Hairless Dog: 25 – 40 cm #3 Italian Wind Chime: 33-38cm #4…
When dogs salivate heavily, it is usually due to breeding-related problems or nausea. However, under certain circumstances it can also be an indication of dental problems, poisoning, stress, tonsillitis or problems swallowing. Doctors also speak of “hypersalivation”. As a rule,…
As is well known, taste can be debated. The following 50 breeds were voted by our readers as the cutest puppies in the world: #1 Golden Retriever#2 American Eskimo Dog#3 Toy Poodle#4 Australian Silky Terrier#5 Griffon Bruxellois#6 French Bulldog#7 Bolognese#8…
If dogs vomit brown, it may indicate an intestinal blockage or stomach irritation. Under certain circumstances, gastrointestinal inflammation, stomach ulcers, internal bleeding and unsuitable dog food can also be responsible. In addition, it is important to differentiate between vomiting and…
Dogs can also get moles that are significantly darker than their skin. In most cases they are nothing to worry about and are simply a visual problem. However, they are sometimes confused with black skin cancer. Basically, “mole” is used…