Health Issues

Bleeding gums, problems chewing, and bad breath is all signs of canine gum disease. Small breeds like chihuahuas, are specially prone to dental problems. Find out how to prevent this common problem in dogs. Gum disease in dogs is surprisingly common, with up to eighty-five percent of dogs having some degree of it – and …

I got my Ziggy at 3 months old and when I had the vet check him out, they told me he had hip dysplasia. He said it was fine now but as he aged it may become a problem. My elderly large dog Roxy had this too so I do have some knowledge about it. …

Learn what symptoms are associated with canine tick bites and Lyme disease and how to protect dogs from exposure. Dogs owners that live in or travel through high-risk areas for ticks should know how to recognize possible exposure and know what to do in case of a bite. What are Ticks? And What do They …

Would it surprise you to learn that Chihuahuas can get sun burn too? Even though Chihuahuas have a predisposition to warmer weather since the breed originated south of the border in Mexico, sun protection is important for these little descendants of Aztec warriors too. This article will help you prepare for safe fun in warmer …

Since dogs cannot tell us when something is wrong, it is important for dog owners to understand what the symptoms of a food allergy is in a dog to allow them to act quickly if veterinary care will be needed.    Be sure to check out Food Allergies Affecting Our Chihuahuas too!   This article …