If your dog has been unlucky enough to get a hot spot, you need to act. It’s not a problem that requires an immediate visit to the vet. But as always if you are in doubt - contact your vet for ...

“Any significant discomfort, redness or swelling that doesn’t resolve may indicate an infection or periodontal or advanced gum disease,” Fraundorf said. “If you notice your gums are receding, it could ...

Oral cancer most commonly involves the tissue of the lips or the tongue, and begins as a white plaque or mouth ulcer. Most look very similar under the microscope and are called squamous cell ...

The American Kennel Club list noted the Cane Corso as a dog breed to watch, because it moved up the list from 47th in 2014 to 14th in 2024 Kimberlee Speakman is a digital writer at PEOPLE.

Is your favorite furry friend a top pick? The French bulldog is the American Kennel Club's top dog for the third straight year! The AKC this week announced the top three dog breeds are French ...

The best remedies for a sore throat usually include simple home treatments such as rest, gargling with salt water, and steam or humidity. Drinking plenty of liquids is also advised. But are hot or ...

Perhaps you've sat on the couch next to your dog and wondered: What do they see when they look up at the television screen? Are they as engaged as their human counterparts? Scientists at the ...

Trouble in paradise In understanding your dog's body language, you can also be better prepared to recognize potential health concerns. "An ill dog may sleep more, be grumpier and not want the ...

Transient lingual papillitis and canker sores can occur due to injury or irritation of the tongue, gums, or mouth. Common causes of these bumps include: Other triggers for canker sores and ...

Playing with a dog for just 15 minutes can significantly reduce a person's stress, a new study reports. Stressed students who interacted with a friendly dog reported less stress, had a reduced ...