For many years canine distemper virus was the most feared of the viral diseases affecting dogs. Parvovirus may have surpassed it in this regard but it is still a deadly virus that kills dogs and other members of the canine family.

Getting just the right amount dog insurance coverage can tricky for several reasons. Much like health care for humans, the rising cost of pet health care. read more >>

Cushing’s disease is probably more accurately referred to as hyperadrenocorticism—the production of too much adrenal hormone, in particular corticosteroids. It can be naturally occurring or due to over administration of corticosteroids such as prednisone (iatrogenic Cushing’s).

Research completed by the College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech proves that dog allergies affect 10 percent of canines throughout the United States. The allergies range from reactions to insect bites to full-blown food allergies. read more >>