FAQ

Addison's disease, or hypoadrenocorticism, is a hormonal disorder in dogs caused by insufficient production of cortisol and aldosterone by the adrenal glands. It leads to a range of symptoms and requires lifelong management with hormone replacement therapy.

Cushing's disease, or hyperadrenocorticism, is a condition where a dog's body produces too much cortisol, often due to tumors in the pituitary or adrenal glands. It causes symptoms like increased thirst, appetite, hair loss, and a pot-bellied appearance.

Swollen eyelids in dogs are most often caused by blepharitis, which can result from allergies, infections, congenital abnormalities, trauma, parasites, tumors, autoimmune diseases, or environmental irritants.

Pink eye in dogs, or conjunctivitis, is caused by factors such as infections (bacterial, viral), allergies, irritants, foreign bodies, trauma, immune-mediated diseases, dry eye, tumors, and eyelid abnormalities.

Entropion in dogs is a condition where the eyelid rolls inward, causing the eyelashes and hairs to rub against the cornea, leading to irritation and potential eye damage. It most often affects young dogs and certain breeds, and usually requires surgical correction.

Ehrlichiosis in dogs is a tick-borne infectious disease caused by bacteria of the Ehrlichia genus, primarily Ehrlichia canis. It progresses through acute, subclinical, and chronic stages, with symptoms ranging from fever and lethargy to severe anemia and bleeding.

Botfly infestation in dogs occurs when Cuterebra larvae, also known as warbles, invade a dog's skin or other tissues, causing lumps and sometimes serious symptoms. Dogs typically acquire these parasites by coming into contact with areas contaminated by botfly eggs, especially near rodent or rabbit burrows.

Symptoms of mites on dogs include intense itching, scratching, skin irritation, hair loss, redness, scaly or crusty skin, and sometimes dark ear discharge or visible dandruff-like flakes. The exact signs can vary depending on the type of mite involved.

The first signs of heartworm in dogs may include a mild, persistent cough, reluctance to exercise, fatigue after activity, decreased appetite, and weight loss.

Yes, a dog can live a long life after heartworms if the disease is promptly diagnosed and treated properly, though some damage to the heart and lungs may be permanent.