The Maltese have had an interesting historical background. Earlier known by the names like the “Roman Ladies Dog”, “Bichon” and the “Maltese Terrier”, this sophisticated breed is also known for its silky, straight, thick and white hair that covers their entire body and falling till the floor. They also used to come in different colors… Continue reading Maltese Life expectancy
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Crystals in Dog Urine
The condition of crystals in dog urine is known as crystalluria. It carries a risk to development of renal or kidney stones in dogs. However, the occurrence of crystals in dog urine and the associated symptoms has no direct association with kidney stones formation or the tendency to do so. It only poses an increased… Continue reading Crystals in Dog Urine
Myasthenia Gravis in Dogs
Myasthenia gravis in dogs is a neuromuscular condition marked by abnormalities in the relaying of signals from the nerves to varied muscles. This can then hamper contraction of the muscles leading to increased weakness in affected dogs. Causes of myasthenia gravis in dogs Myasthenia gravis in dogs is often familial, i.e., it tends to be… Continue reading Myasthenia Gravis in Dogs
False Pregnancy in Dogs
Female dogs experience periods of quiescence and ‘heat’ in alternating cycles every eight to nine months. The ‘heat’ period is known as the estrus cycle and is marked by ovulation, external symptoms of ‘heat’, increased fertility and elevated sexual desire. It is followed by the diestrus period marked by impregnation of the female dog and… Continue reading False Pregnancy in Dogs