{"id":60576,"date":"2022-09-30T13:12:38","date_gmt":"2022-09-30T13:12:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dinbeat.com\/?p=60576"},"modified":"2022-09-30T13:12:51","modified_gmt":"2022-09-30T13:12:51","slug":"diseases-in-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dinbeat.com\/en\/diseases-in-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"Diseases in Dogs: How Preventive Medicine Can Stave Off the Most Common Ones"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dogs are our most loyal and friendly companions, so taking care of their health and well-being should be one of our top priorities. Although many diseases cannot be prevented, there are many others that <\/span><b>can be avoided or reduced if we follow some <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/dinbeat.com\/en\/blog\/vet-tech-how-digital-transformation-is-impacting-modern-veterinary-clinics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>preventive measures.<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><!--HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><span id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-a3367545-269b-40d7-a26f-95377e6e650a\" class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\"><span id=\"hs-cta-a3367545-269b-40d7-a26f-95377e6e650a\" class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-a3367545-269b-40d7-a26f-95377e6e650a\"><!-- [if lte IE 8]>\n\n\n<div id=\"hs-cta-ie-element\"><\/div>\n\n\n<![endif]--><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/6092775\/a3367545-269b-40d7-a26f-95377e6e650a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"hs-cta-img-a3367545-269b-40d7-a26f-95377e6e650a\" class=\"hs-cta-img\" style=\"border-width: 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/6092775\/a3367545-269b-40d7-a26f-95377e6e650a.png\" alt=\"Want to know the 12 trends that will revolutionise the veterinary sector in the medium and long term?Click here and discover how to optimize your practice for 2022.\" \/><\/a><\/span><script charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/js.hscta.net\/cta\/current.js\"><\/script><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> hbspt.cta.load(6092775, 'a3367545-269b-40d7-a26f-95377e6e650a', {\"useNewLoader\":\"true\",\"region\":\"na1\"}); <\/script><\/span><!-- end HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Are the Most Common Diseases in Dogs?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every breed of dog is predisposed to certain diseases. By knowing these, veterinarians can treat each individual case much better through preventive medicine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Osteoarthritis<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Osteoarthritis is a chronic disease that mainly affects large breeds of dogs (such as Rottweilers and Golden Retrievers) and elderly dogs. It is related to the natural wear and tear of joints. <\/span><b>The cartilage that lines the joint is gradually worn away and, as a result, it can become painful for the dog to mov<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">e. In fact, pets with osteoarthritis often have very limited movement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Prevent Osteoarthritis<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although osteoarthritis is almost inevitable (it is a natural process), there are some actions that can be taken to prevent it. For example, the vet can <\/span><b>control the animal&#8217;s weight through a nutrition plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for the pet. It is also advisable for the dog to<\/span><b> exercise at a moderate intensity, so as not to wear out the cartilage before its time<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><!--HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><span id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-465290ea-10d2-4c19-9929-11661b65351e\" class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\"><span id=\"hs-cta-465290ea-10d2-4c19-9929-11661b65351e\" class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-465290ea-10d2-4c19-9929-11661b65351e\"><!-- [if lte IE 8]>\n\n\n<div id=\"hs-cta-ie-element\"><\/div>\n\n\n<![endif]--><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/6092775\/465290ea-10d2-4c19-9929-11661b65351e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"hs-cta-img-465290ea-10d2-4c19-9929-11661b65351e\" class=\"hs-cta-img\" style=\"border-width: 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/6092775\/465290ea-10d2-4c19-9929-11661b65351e.png\" alt=\"New call-to-action\" width=\"750\" height=\"119\" \/><\/a><\/span><script charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/js.hscta.net\/cta\/current.js\"><\/script><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> hbspt.cta.load(6092775, '465290ea-10d2-4c19-9929-11661b65351e', {\"useNewLoader\":\"true\",\"region\":\"na1\"}); <\/script><\/span><!-- end HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Periodontal Disease<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another common type of disease is periodontal disease, which <\/span><b>affects the gums and the structure that supports the teeth<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It is common that over time there is a <\/span><b>build-up of tartar, bad odour, or inflammation in the gums if the patient&#8217;s dental hygiene is not taken care of<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Over time, the gums may become recessed or may develop pus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Prevent Periodontal Disease<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preventing this disease, which is more common in small breed dogs, is as easy as <\/span><b>maintaining the patient&#8217;s dental hygiene<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Ideally, the pet should receive at least a daily cleaning of its teeth to maintain good hygiene.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canine Leishmaniasis<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canine leishmaniasis is an infectious disease caused by a protozoan of the genus Leishmania. It is a zoonosis in which the dog is considered to be the host of a parasite.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>It is a difficult disease to diagnose because its symptoms can be very varied<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. However, the most common symptoms are apathy, .<\/span><b>weight loss and possible dermatological, renal, ocular or joint alterations<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main route of transmission for this disease, which is also essential for the development of the parasite&#8217;s life cycle, is through mosquitoes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Prevent Canine Leishmaniasis<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the main methods of transmission is through mosquito bites. For this reason, it is best to apply a mosquito repellent, either with a pipette or in a collar. In addition, <\/span><b>it is also important to have an up-to-date vaccination against this disease<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, especially in breeds that are more prone to it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cardiac Diseases<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heart disease is also quite common in the canine world,<\/span><b> especially in smaller breeds such as the Yorkshire Terrier, Poodle, Dachshund or Chihuahua<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. There are different types of heart disease, such as dirofilariasis (heartworm), caused by a parasite transmitted by mosquitoes, or acquired or congenital heart disease.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Prevent Heart Disease<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As with people, prevention depends to a large extent on the dog&#8217;s lifestyle. Through <\/span><b>a balanced diet, exercise and, above all, regular veterinary check-ups, it will be much easier to detect any signs of heart disease<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. So having a health plan with regular check-ups can be a good way to ensure your furry friend&#8217;s health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health Plans: Prevention Is Better Than a Cure<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although there are some diseases that cannot be predicted, <\/span><b>there are ways to prevent some of the most common diseases in dogs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. 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Although many diseases cannot be prevented, there are many others that can be avoided or reduced if we follow some preventive measures. &nbsp; &nbsp; What Are the Most Common Diseases in Dogs? 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