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I have a Husky that has recurring ear infections.

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Years ago, I had a Dachshund who had a pinched nerve in his neck. We took him to the veterinary hospital at a local university, where they did laser surgery on several vertebrae in his neck and back. You could definitely tell he felt better by the way he romped and played like a young dog after the surgery. It was expensive, even with the discounted rates at the university vet hospital, but well worth it.

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My dog is a Golden Retriever. He is 5 years old. My dog has a shedding problem and hair was everywhere. I switched to Iaam's for seniors with Omega 3 and the hair loss is getting better. I don't have to vacumn every day. I also give him an Omega 3 tablet every day.

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I have an Australian Cattle Dog also called a Blue Heeler. Some of the health issues that are common with this type of dog are hip dysplasia and deafness.

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I own a Boston Terrier. They typically have issues wth their respiratory systems, similar to pugs. They have very short snouts and throats that impede breathing that can become more problematic as they get older.

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Our Dalmation has had some breathing trouble off and on, mostly while sleeping. She tends to sleep on her back and makes choking sounds while sleeping. The vet said the breathing problems are due to the breed's flat nose and face.

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I own a Basset Hound named Toby, and in doing some research about the breed, I looked into what health problems they have. The big ones that I am going to need watch out for are keeping his ears clean so that they do not get infected, as well as problems with the hips and knees.

also see Why Is My Dog Sick? 6 Environmental Toxins to Consider

also see The 28 Most Common Pet Disease Names Defined

also see Canine Addison's Disease Symptoms

also see Protecting Your Dog From Urinary Tract Infection

also see What Causes Bad Breath In My Dog?

also see Ear Infections in Dogs: A Sign of Ear Disease

also see Dog Treatments: Choosing the Right Remedies for Your Dog’s Condition

also see Congenital and Inherited Disorders