Dog Muscle and Back Problems
Dogs can pull their muscles while performing simple exercises like running or playing. Along with that, they can also develop back and spinal problems such as:
- Bone fractures
- Cancer of the vertebrae
- Disk disease/herniated disk
- Vertebral irregularities and dislocations
Signs of dog back problems:
- Trouble walking
- Slow movements
- Limping
- Pain
- Whining when touched
Canine Skin Conditions
The effects of allergies tend to appear through the dog's skin and coat. A dog with an air borne allergy may experience excessive dander, hot spots and scratching. Other times, a dog may have a serious skin disease like mange that goes undetected until his symptoms worsen.
If grooming and medical treatment does not help, the dog skin problem may be due to a food allergy. A special diet can help you isolate the food source. Other times, a veterinary dermatologist is needed to determine the condition.
Dog Flea Allergies
A few flea bites can cause an allergic reaction in some dogs. It may seem like the dog is simply itchy, but if inflammation or bald patches ensue, he may be allergic. Such dog medical problems need to be treated with topical steroids or a round of antibiotics.