Dogs get skin conditions like other types of mammals, including humans. One of the most common types of skin conditions that some bird dogs get is ringworm. Ringworm can be caused by a fungal infection as well as an infection from a parasite. In most dogs, ringworm is caused by fleas.
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Archive for April, 2009
Recognizing And Treating Dog Ringworm
Posted in Healthcare, tagged ringworm, ringworms in dogs, treating ringworm in dogs on April 29, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Recognizing And Treating Dog Ear Infections
Posted in Healthcare, tagged dog ear infections, ear infections in dogs on April 24, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Just like humans, dogs also get ear infections, a condition known as Otitis. There are a number of different reasons why dogs get ear infections and certain gun dog breeds are more prone to ear infections than others. Labrador Retrievers and Springer Spaniels are two breeds of gun dogs that often develop this condition. This [...]
Preventing Roundworm In Dogs
Posted in Healthcare, tagged preventing roundworm, roundworms in dogs on April 14, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Roundworm is another name for heartworm, a very serious condition that can affect your dog. Gun dogs, especially, are prone to this condition as they are often outdoors and in wooded areas. Not only can roundworm affect your dog, but it can be transmitted to humans as well. Although humans do not exhibit the same [...]
Pregnancy In Dogs – What To Expect
Posted in Breeding, tagged dog pregnancy, pregnant dog on April 5, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
If you have a female gun dog that you are planning to breed, you should understand what to expect and how to take care of your bitch during the gestation period. Dogs have a gestation period from 58 to 68 days after the date of the last ovulation. Puppies that are born prior to 58 [...]
