A lot of us are concerned cancer in our beloved pets. It seems that everywhere we turn, there is another story of osteosarcoma, hemangiosarcoma, and even skin cancer in dogs. Why are so many dogs getting cancer? Is there any way to stop our dog from getting cancer? I’m covering those topics plus: This is …
It’s May, and that means that the fleas, ticks, mites, and other creepy crawlies are lurking. Dogs living in most areas of the United States benefit from year-round flea and tick protection. Today we’re talking about the best flea and tick medicine for Great Danes. In addition, I will cover the following topics: This is …
We’ve already written a few posts about dog food & DCM in Great Danes, but haven’t yet compiled a list of helpful topics, links, and science on it. This dog food DCM article will be ongoing and updated often. If you are concerned about nutritional DCM, or if your Great Dane was diagnosed with DCM …
Great Danes are known for having short lifespans, 4-8 years on average. I don’t know about you, but that’s just not enough time with our gentle giants! We’ve got a few tips today for how to make a Great Dane live longer, including information about breeding, nutrition, bloat, and joint health. All of these things …
Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is a disease of the heart muscle which results in an over-enlarged heart. This is what you need to learn to diagnose cardiomyopathy in dogs. Dilated cardiomyopathy in dogs is caused by a weakening of the heart muscle, which can lead to an increase in size of the left ventricle. This is …
Those of you heavily invested in dogs (as we are) have probably heard about the FDA and DCM as it relates to grain-free dog foods and boutique (BEG) diets causing heart disease. This topic is a HOT one and we’re coming in with all the tea. What prompted this post? Oh, just Dr. Judy Morgan …
Are you thinking about breeding a Great Dane or purchasing a puppy? We’ve put together a fantastic post today with a ton of information about what to look for in a breeder, and what testing should be done. There are four tests recommended by the Great Dane Club of America. These tests should be completed …
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Is Xylitol Bad for Dogs? Xylitol is a substitute that is found in many products, including gum, candy, and toothpaste. It is often used as an alternative to sugar because it has fewer calories and does not raise blood sugar levels. Xylitol is also popular among people with diabetes because it does not cause a …
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Can dogs see in color? Dogs are known for their keen sense of smell, but what about their vision? Do dogs see in color? The answer to that question may surprise you! In this blog post, we will take a look at the science behind canine vision and find out if dogs can see in …
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Hypocalcemia in dogs is a dangerous condition, however, it is treatable. Calcium helps with muscle contraction, nerve signaling, and blood clotting. When a dog experiences hypocalcemia, it means that they have low levels of calcium in their blood. This can cause a variety of dangerous symptoms, which we will discuss in this blog post. We …
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