Yukon May 31, 2019 Yukon is a 7 year old Siberian husky. He was diagnosed with epilepsy at 1 1/2 years of age. I started him on the biscuits and after a year he has been seizure free for almost 5 months! Read More
Ink January 25, 2019 A year later Ink was in the ER with what we know now is canine epilepsy. After clusters of seizures he was put on medication. Not too long after Canna-Pet was added. We are hoping one day he won’t need the medication at all but for now adding the Canna-Pet seems to have helped with the severity of the seizures Read More
Vizsla Health Problems & Issues April 27, 2018 As with any breed of dog, Vizslas are prone to a variety of health problems and issues, some of which are hereditary. The breed was used in developing other types of dogs including Wirehaired Vizslas, Weimaraners, and German Shorthaired Pointers. In an attempt to preserve the Vizsla, some inbreeding occurred which resulted in a number… Read More
Border Collie Health Problems & Issues April 20, 2018 Border Collies are often considered the Einstein of dogs. In fact, they’re capable of learning and retaining new commands in under 10 seconds. They were originally bred as herders, but now they make excellent companions. If you’re considering adding one of these sharp-witted canines to the family, it’s important to be informed about Border Collie… Read More
Corgi Health Problems & Issues January 16, 2018 Overall, the popular Corgis are generally pretty healthy little dogs. However, their small size puts them at a disadvantage. More specifically, genetically, Corgis are classified as a dwarf breed, meaning they have the head and torso of a “normal” sized breed but have those short legs. This makes them susceptible to a variety of canine… Read More
Can Lyme Disease Cause Seizures in Dogs? December 27, 2017 The thought of your dog being diagnosed with Lyme disease can be a difficult concept to stomach. After all, you love your dog and treat him as if he were just another member of the family. Even though no pet owner ever wants to hear this news about their dog, it is still a very… Read More
Side Effects of Keppra for Dogs November 29, 2017 It’s never easy to imagine your beloved pup could be affected by a convulsion or fit. Seizures are a frequently reported neurological condition in dogs. Keppra, also referred to by the generic name Levetiracetam, is a prescription medication used to treat seizures in dogs. Read on for the side effects of Keppra for dogs, as… Read More
Beagle Health Problems & Issues November 22, 2017 If you’re thinking about adding a Beagle to your family, you are probably wondering what common health problems affect this breed. It’s always better to be more prepared and know if you will be able to handle any adverse health outcomes should they arise. Below are some health conditions that may affect your pup. It is… Read More
Toy Poodle November 17, 2017 Toy Poodle Background Information & History Although the exact origins of the Poodle breed is still relatively unknown, many historians believe these dogs came from Germany and France back in the 1400’s. During this time, poodles were known to be excellent guard dogs and circus performers. The Toy Poodle didn’t come into play until the… Read More
Dogue de Bordeaux November 17, 2017 Dogue de Bordeaux Background Information & History Dating back over 600 years from the Bordeaux region of France, the Dogue de Bordeaux is a massive breed with a fearless demeanor. These dogs mainly served as an impressive wild game hunter, however, they were involved in dogfights because of their ruthless personalities. The Dogue de Bordeaux… Read More
