Dog Health Resources Directory
Dog Health Topics
Conditions and Diseases
von Willebrand Disease
- AnimalForum.com - von Willebrand's disease - Article on von Willebrand's disease identifying breeds most commanly affected as well as symptoms and treatment.
- Canine Von Willebrand's Disease - Information on this disease from the Jack Russell Terrier Club of America.
- Canine von Willebrands Disease - Seattle Veterinary Associates facts on diagnosis and treatment.
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Laryngeal Paralysis
Canine Laryngeal Paralysis - A breeder of labrador retrievers presents personal accounts and scientific information. Canine Laryngeal Paralysis - A source of help and support for those dealing with canine laryngeal paralysis....List of "Laryngeal Paralysis" Resources
Infectious Diseases
Giardia in Dogs - A veterinary surgeon with a special interest in parasitology, describes the infection and how it can be treated and controlled....List of "Infectious Diseases" Resources
Immune Disorders
Auto Immune Hemolytic Anemia - Concise information for dog owners about AIHA and ITP emphasizing the importance of aggressive treatment. Juvenile Cellulitis - Owner's chronological account of a Weimaraner with puppy strangles, complete with a slide show of its progression. Lilli's Legacy: Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia - A personal and comprehensive guide to canine AIHA, including supportive care and choosing a knowledgeable veterinarian....List of "Immune Disorders" Resources
Hip and Elbow Dysplasia
Orthopedic Foundation for Animals - OFA is a non-profit organization that collates and disseminates information concerning orthopedic and genetic disease of animals. Canine Hip and Elbow Dysplasia Resources - A directory of internet resources on hip and elbow dysplasia, provided by Workingdogs.com. Nutraceuticals and the Arthritic Canine - Recommendations for the use of natural supplements like glucosamine, chondroitin and MSM to help dogs with arthritis and related joint conditions....List of "Hip and Elbow Dysplasia" Resources
Eye Disorders
Canine Eye Registration Foundation CERF - CERF is a centralized, national registry of dogs certified free of heritable eye disease by members of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists. Information page, online verification search, research, and links. Blind Dogs WebRing - Index of sites connected through this ring. Blinddogs - Public message archives of the e-mail discussion group about blind or visually impaired dogs....List of "Eye Disorders" Resources
Epilepsy
Canine Epilepsy - An article by Todd D.L. Woods, M.D. Canine Epilepsy - Diagnosis and Treatment - Learn about canine epilepsy, canine seizures, and medications to contol seizures in dogs. Personal responses to questions. Articles by leading vets. Canine Epilepsy Network - Resource for all those concerned with canine epilepsy. Site sponsored by the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine....Degenerative Myelopathy
Degenerative Myelopathy in German Shepherd Dogs - Details of history, incidence, research and treatment. Includes suggested dietary changes and information about support groups. College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Missouri - Information on degenerative myelopathy for dog owners and veterinarians and investigations into the cause of the disease being conducted on this disease at the University of Missouri and Texas A&M University. Includes information geared towards the condition's occurence in Pembroke Welsh Corgis. Degenerative Myelopathy - Information on holistic treatments for degenerative myelopathy by Dr. Nancy Scanlan of Sherman Oaks, California....List of "Degenerative Myelopathy" Resources
Deafness
DDEAF - Deaf Dog Education Action Fund - Non-profit organization speaking in behalf of and assisting in the betterment of life of deaf dogs through education and funding. The site includes training tips. Deaf Dogs List - An email discussion group for owners of deaf dogs. Information on how to join - message archives for members only. Deaf Dogs WebRing - Index of sites connected through this ring....Toxic Foods
Aflatoxin in Peanuts - Provet healthcare information article on aflatoxin toxicity in birds, dogs and small mammals. Caffeine Poisoning - ProVet healthcare information article on caffiene poisoning by coffee, tea and chocolate in dogs and cats. Chocolate and Caffeine - Sources, signs, immediate care, and veterinarian care of an exposure to a toxin known as chocolate or caffeine....List of "Toxic Foods" Resources
Toxic Plants
Colorado State University Guide to Poisonous Plants - Searchable database from the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. Cornell University Poisonous Plants - Searchable database includes plant images, pictures of affected animals and presentations concerning the botany, chemistry, toxicology, diagnosis and prevention of poisoning of animals by plants and other natural flora. Daffodil Poisoning - ProVet healthcare information article on daffodil poisoning in dogs....List of "Toxic Plants" Resources
Poisoning
Antifreeze Poisoning - Toxicity information, description of symptoms, treatment urgency, and prevention suggestions. ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center - Ways to prevent and prepare for poisoning, and an emergency phone consultation number. Pet Poisoning Prevention Tips - Suggestions for avoiding some common and some unfamiliar hazards....Diabetes Mellitus
Harry's Home BG Testing - How to test blood glucose at home in a diabetic cat or dog. Includes methods, test interpretation, comparison of meters, and links. Pet Diabetes Support Group - Includes health and nutrition articles, success stories, and a mailing list. Pets With Diabetes - Includes information about the disease, resources including support groups, personal experiences, and diabetic dogs in need of adoption....List of "Diabetes Mellitus" Resources
Pancreatic Disorders
GCVS: What is Pancreatitis? - Includes signs, diagnostic tests, treatment, and longterm effects. Merck Veterinary Manual: The Exocrine Pancreas - Symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of acute pancreatitis, exocrine pancreatic insufficiency, and pancreatic neoplasms in dogs and cats. Merck Veterinary Manual: The Endocrine Pancreas - Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of diabetes, functional islet cell tumors, and gastrin-secreting islet cell tumors....List of "Pancreatic Disorders" Resources
Diabetes Insipidus
DI Central - Includes an overview of the disorder, symptoms, pros and cons of diagnostic methods, and references. Pets with Diabetes: Diabetes Insipidus - Symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, personal accounts, and references. VIN: Polyuria, Polydipsia and Diabetes Insipidus - Conference presentation by Richard W. Nelson, DVM, on distinguishing Diabetes insipidus from other conditions that cause excessive thirst and urination....List of "Diabetes Insipidus" Resources
Congestive Heart Failure
Animal Hospital of Casper on Congestive Heart Failure - A discussion about CHF in dogs including audio of heart murmurs. Congestive Heart Failure vet - Discusses CHF in dogs....List of "Congestive Heart Failure" Resources
Conditions and Diseases in General
American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists - Diplomates' profiles, articles on eye diseases in animals, and quizzes for professionals in veterinary medicine. Animal Eye Doctor...The Internet's Veterinary Eye Doctor - AnimalEyeDoc.com is a web site directly concerned with helping the pet owner and the caring professional to solve or at least help solve the pets ophthalmic problems. The Comparative Neuromuscular Laboratory - Presents cases of neuromusclar diseases in companion animals....List of "Conditions and Diseases in General" Resources
News About 'Conditions and Diseases'
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(AFX UK Focus) 2008-10-06 10:31 Source BioScience to offer Roche AmpliChip CYP450 gene-based diagnostic test (Interactive Investor)
LONDON (Thomson Financial) - Source BioScience Plc. said it added Roche AmpliChip CYP450 gene-based diagnostic test to its portfolio of diagnostic testing services.
Increasing your mango harvest (Manila Standard Today)
Farmers and fruit growers today are lucky to have the latest agricultural innovations right at their doorstep. Majority of farmers in Pangasinan province, also a leading producer of salt, fish sauce and cash crops, are direct beneficiaries of this new technology.
United Way and NFL Partner for Tenth Annual Hometown Huddle (Marketwire via Yahoo! Finance)
NFL players, coaches, and leadership joined United Way staff and volunteers on Tuesday, October 7 for the tenth annual NFL/United Way Hometown Huddle -- a series of volunteer projects implemented on the same day in all 32 NFL cities nationwide. NFL and United Way teamed up this year to help kids get more active as part of NFL PLAY 60, the league's youth health and fitness campaign, aimed at ...
