Category Archives: Dog Health

Cancer Is Sneaky

Posted on June 14, 2011 by daysofourdogs

Last week we learned Hope’s lymphoma was not in remission, but we are hopeful we may be entering another one. Hope began to snore loudly last week. We had gone to a chemotherapy schedule of every other week, but she … Continue reading →

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Dachshunds, Schnauzers And Summer

Posted on June 2, 2011 by daysofourdogs

  One disadvantage of having a wiener dog is he is low to the ground. In summertime, this can be a problem. Heat from concrete, blacktop, etc. will affect your dachshund faster than a taller dog. If you walk your … Continue reading →

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Cancer Battle Continues

Posted on May 19, 2011 by daysofourdogs

Cancer is as common in dogs as it is in people. One statistic many veterinarians toss around is 50 percent of all dogs past 10 years old will die of cancer. I have had my share of dogs with cancer. … Continue reading →

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Vets Should Give Frequent-Flier Miles

Posted on May 11, 2011 by daysofourdogs

The sick-call roster is improving. After an exam by a specialty veterinarian, Jake may not have a torn ACL. Monday, the day of his appointment, Jake started walking normally. It reminded me of when you take your car to the … Continue reading →

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If Cancer Were Not Enough…

Posted on May 4, 2011 by daysofourdogs

Hope is doing well. Jake, on the other hand, has a problem. Marathon runner that he is, we think Jake has a torn Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL). Well, the human equivalent anyway. On a dog, the ACL is called a … Continue reading →

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Puppy Mill Girl’s Cancer Battle Positive

Posted on April 29, 2011 by daysofourdogs

Hope did not want to go for chemotherapy yesterday. It always is a chore to get her in the car. She hates being picked up, and I can understand why. When she was in the Amish puppy mill being picked … Continue reading →

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Don’t Let Fleas Get The Upper Paw

Posted on April 18, 2011 by daysofourdogs

Spring means warmer temperatures, flowers peaking up from the earth and bugs planning their assaults. If you have not been on year-round flea treatment, get back on your flea-fighting regime. I use K9 Advanrtix, a monthly topical. Advantix fights ticks, … Continue reading →

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Sweet Schnauzer Girl Gets Her Hair Cut

Posted on April 13, 2011 by daysofourdogs

  Hope is doing far better than I thought she would with her chemotherapy. I am afraid to brag about how my sweet schnauzer girl is doing because I don’t want to jinx it, but she has not vomited or … Continue reading →

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So Much For A Quiet Sunday Afternoon

Posted on April 11, 2011 by daysofourdogs

If you see blood in your urine, you know you should see a doctor. If your dog has the same problem, you need to see your veterinarian. So, we spent another Sunday afternoon at the emergency vet. But this time … Continue reading →

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Time At Home Leaves Mischief For Wiener Dogs

Posted on April 8, 2011 by daysofourdogs

Finally, a piddle pad I can live with. But I’m not so sure about Windy. I was out with Hope, who is doing better, for more than six hours yesterday. But I knew Windy would not last that long. OUT! … Continue reading →

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