Dogs Medical Reference

Lumps and bumps can be harmless, or can be cause for concern. Learn about the types, and when to get them checked by your vet.

There are different ways to help ease their pain. Your vet will recommend medication based on what's going on and your dog's health history.

Learn different styles for feeding your dog.

Top first-aid tricks for pet emergencies -- from getting hit by a car to choking.

WebMD explains your dog's different life stages and her medical, lifestyle, and dietary needs in each one.

WebMD provides a list of foods - some that may surprise you - that can sicken or even kill your dog.

Learn from WebMD what you need to know about feeding your puppy.

WebMD explains which nutrients are important for your dog's health and how to make sure your dog is getting a balanced diet.

What causes your dog to shiver, shake or tremble? WebMD explains the many possible causes - and when to call the vet for help.

WebMD explains why dogs may lose their balance, stumble, or fall down -- and when to call a vet.

WebMD explains possible reasons your dog may be weak, tired, or lethargic.

WebMD explains the serious risks of a dog's encounter with foxtrail grass, which has seeds that can burrow into your dog's feet, eyes, ears, nose, mouth and even brain.

Why is your dog scooting on the floor? It could be anything from infection to worms to a tumor. Learn more from WebMD about why dogs drag their bottoms -- and when to call the vet.

WebMD explains why your dog might be panting heavily - and when to call the vet.

Weight gain in dogs can be a sign of overeating, lack of exercise, or of a medical condition. WebMD explains the reasons your pooch may be pudgy.

How do you know if your dog is dehydrated? WebMD explains conditions that could lead to excessive drinking.

Any dog can poop in the house sometimes. If it happens more often than usual, your furry friend may have a problem. Here are some common causes and what you can do.

WebMD discusses possible reasons your dog is having pain while urinating.

WebMD explains why dogs may have pain or discomfort while defecating.

Hair loss is common in dogs, but bare spots in his coat may be a sign of infection or disease. WebMD explains the symptoms of a condition you may need to treat.

Learn more from WebMD about the causes of swelling of a dog's stomach, what to look for, and when to call the vet.

Learn more from WebMD about the causes of nasal discharge in dogs -- what to look for, how to treat it, and when to call the vet.

Learn more from WebMD about eye discharge in dogs, including causes, what to look for, and when to call the vet.

WebMD explains why some dogs bark too much and offers tips on breaking them of the habit.

Get a quick overview of some of the most common health problems in dogs, including fleas, diarrhea, hot spots, worms, ear infections, and more.

You've heard of "dog years," but do you know what it means? Learn more about dogs and aging, including ways to tell how old your dog could be.

Dogs are vulnerable to various kinds of infections from worms (not all of them real worms). WebMD describes causes, symptoms and treatments.

You might have heard that rawhide is good for your dog's teeth and helps with his natural instinct to chew. But are there any drawbacks to giving your dog rawhide treats? WebMD tells you what you need to know about this popular canine chew.

Learn more from WebMD about the benefits of doggy dental treats and diets and how to choose the right ones to give to your pet.

WebMD explains possible causes of an ear yeast infection in your dog, how it's treated, and what you can do to help prevent it.

WebMD provides guidelines and helpful tips for housetraining your puppy.

WebMD explains cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) injuries in dogs, including their symptoms, causes, and treatment.

WebMD explains how to give a diabetic dog insulin injections.

WebMD explains kennel cough, including how it is transmitted to dogs, symptoms, causes, treatments, and prevention.

WebMD explains dog bites, including how to avoid them and what to do if you are bitten by a dog.

WebMD tells you why your dog might have a fever and how to treat it.

WebMD discusses the signs of skin cancer in dogs and which breeds are more likely to get skin cancer.

WebMD explains motion sickness in dogs - how to spot it and how to treat it.

WebMD explains the reasons why your dog might be eating grass.

WebMD discusses common causes of excessive shedding in dogs and offers tips on how it can be minimized.

Learn more from WebMD about the causes of ear discharge in your dog - what to look for, how to treat it, and when to call the vet.

Learn more from WebMD about the causes of swelling in a dog's face, how it can be treated, and when to call the vet.

Learn more from WebMD about the causes of swelling in a dog's ear - and when to call the vet.

WebMD explains roundworms (ascarids) in dogs, including symptoms, causes, and treatments.

Pet poisonings occur more than 100,000 times every year in the United States. Learn more from WebMD about which common substances and foods are toxic to your dog.

WebMD explains dog ligament sprains, strains, and injuries, and what treatments may be effective.

WebMD explains seizures in dogs - causes, symptoms, types, and treatments.

WebMD tells you what to look for if you think your dog is pregnant - and the veterinary care she'll need.

WebMD discusses dog drooling and salivary problems in dogs including types, symptoms and treatments

Learn the causes, symptoms, and treatment for this hormone problem in dogs.