Dog eye problems are very common and in most cases it's just a mild inconvenience. However, certain conditions will be more serious and require veterinary intervention, including surgery.
Studies observed that German Shepherd Dogs and Maltese are twice more likely to suffer from different types of eye disease than any other breed. Dry eyes, cataracts, corneal ulcers, progressive retinal atrophy and glaucoma are the most common eye conditions in dogs, commonly occurring in breeds between ages of 4 and 7
Eye disease are often inherited, and it's the most well-studied areas of all inherited diseases in dogs. Below is a list of nine most common dog eye problems with pictures, their causes, prevention and treatment.
New York - 46 dogs where flown to New York from South Korea after being rescued from a farm where they were to be killed for human consumption, animal advocates said Sunday. The Humane Society International is responsible for saving the dogs that were fed barely enough to survive. The animals arrived at Kennedy International Airport late Saturday and were headed to emergency shelters in New York, Maryland and Pennsylvania on Sunday. The farm in Goyang, a city just north of Seoul, "was more like a dungeon, where there's very little light, little to no ventilation, so the stench of ammonia would bring tears to your eyes when you walk through," said Kelly O'Meara, who oversees the society's companion animal-related international projects. "You'd see eyes peering at you, but it was hard to actually see the dogs themselves in the dark." An estimated 17,000 other such farms still operate in South Korea, said O'Meara. However, she said, it's a diminishing industry in a society where demand for dog meat has been plummeting. Meat from about 2 million dogs still is eaten there each year. In the United States, the rescued dogs will be available for adoption after the shelters evaluate their behavior and medical needs and make sure each one is ready for a new life in someone's home. In South Korea, O'Meara said, the dogs receive no veterinary care of any kind. "They either get through it or they die in their cage and they receive just enough food to get by," she said. At the seven farms from which the Humane Society rescued more than 800 dogs since 2015, those to be slaughtered included both mixed breed dogs and purebred ones — from a Chihuahua and a Maltese to various spaniels and a Saint Bernard. A German shorthaired pointer and a miniature pinscher came from the latest farm. The Washington-based Humane Society International, which relies on private donations, deals directly with farmers to close down and demolish dog meat businesses and help owners financially to transition to other work. The animals must be taken abroad, O'Meara said, because they're generally not wanted in South Korea as pets or companion dogs. Some had been abandoned pets, and others were raised to be sold as pets but given to the meat industry if that failed.
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There are at least 36 breeds of dogs that grow hair in lieu of fur. Many of these breeds are registered with the American Kennel Club, while some are less commonly known. If they aren't trimmed, hair coats can grow to indeterminate lengths. However, a few of these breeds are predominantly hairless. Many do not shed. Several of these breeds are even hypoallergenic. Large Breed Dogs
Irish Water Spaniel Of the large breed dogs, the hair coats are curly, flowing and straight, wiry and rough, and nearly hairless. The standard poodle, Portuguese water dog and Irish water spaniel possess curly hair coats. The bearded collie grows a flowing straight coat. Wiry rough coats can be found in the airedale and giant schnauzer. The standard xoloitzcuintli, commonly referred to as the xolo, and the Peruvian inca orchid are predominately hairless breeds with straight hair growing only on some parts of their bodies. The xolo does come in a coated variety in addition to the hairless version. Grooming needs are particular to each breed, with most needing monthly grooming or daily care. Medium Breed Dogs
Wirehaired Fox Terrier The widest variety of hair-coated breeds can be found in the medium group. With ratters, herders, companion pets, working breeds and small working hounds, this group is diverse. Curly coats can be found on the miniature poodle and logatto romagnolo; wiry rough coats on the bedlington terrier, kerry blue terrier, wirehaired fox terrier and standard schnauzer; and more flowing straight coats on the Tibetan terrier, Polish lowland sheepdog (which is also referred to as a PON), lowchen, lhasa apso, miniature coated xolo and soft coated wheaten terrier. The only hairless variety in this group is the hairless variety of miniature xolo. Three unusual hair coats can be found in the medium-sized group. The basenji has a very short soft coat. The coats belonging to the puli and bergamasco, both of which are herding breeds, will almost naturally fall into rastafarian style cords if left to continually grow. Small and Toy Breed Dogs
Yorkshire Terrier Of the small and toy breeds with hair coats, several quite popular breeds are included. The miniature poodle, bichon frise, maltese, yorkshire terrier, miniature schnauzer, shih-tzu and havenese have differing coat characteristics, but are widely accepted as wonderful small companion pets with monthly grooming needs. The less commonly known of these small and toy hair breeds are the Bolognese (also referred to as the bichon Bolognese), the Brussels griffon, both hairless and puff varieties of the Chinese crested and toy xolo, the coton de tulear and the dandie dinmont terrier. References Vetinfo.com: Dogs With Hair Rather Than Fur
Broken legs in dogs are common. Dogs generally experience
broken bones due to some kind of force or stress that their skeletal frame is
unable to handle. If you are wondering how to tell if your dog has a broken
leg, we’ve lined up all the signs that can help you figure it out.
How to tell if your dog has a broken leg:
How can you tell if your dog’s leg is broken? If you
are wondering how to tell if a dog’s leg is
fractured or broken, watch our informative video on the six symptoms that you
should look for:
If you see any of these signs or symptoms (or a combination
of these signs), you should take your dog to the veterinarian immediately for
an examination and x-rays.
Visible Bone or Trauma: If you
can see any actual bone sticking out or if your dog has a leg that is obviously
in the wrong angle or position, there is definitely a bone-related issue (most
likely fracture) that needs to be addressed.
Unwillingness to Bear Weight:
When a dog has a leg injury, they often will be unwilling to bear weight on the
hurt leg. Sometimes, they will pick up the leg and attempt to walk as a tripod.
Refusal to Play/Walk/Go up
Stairs: A dog in pain may refuse to walk altogether or engage in normally
playful activities. In such instances, there is a possibility that your dog is
in pain because of a broken leg.
Watch for Unusual Aggression:
A dog with a broken leg will often not allow you to touch their leg and will
try to snap or bite if you come near their limb.
Howling or whimpering: If your
dog is making unusual sounds, they may be in pain.
Loss of appetite/isolation: If your normally friendly dog
starts to isolate himself and refuses to eat, there is usually some underlying
medical issue. Combined with any of the previous signs, it could indicate pain
from a fracture.
Causes of Broken Legs in Dogs:
Broken bones in dogs can be caused for a number of reasons.
When a situation arises where an unusual or atypical amount of stress is
exerted onto the bone of a dog, it can result in a break or fracture. Some
common examples that can result in a broken leg in a dog include:
Jumping from a Height - Dogs often suffer from fractures
when they attempt to jump off of furniture such as a couch or tall bed. Just
like with humans, your dog’s size and physical strength will determine whether
this is something you should be concerned about. For example, a 90 lb. Labrador
may be able to regularly jump off a bed or sofa without injury, while a 4 lb.
teacup Chihuahua or Maltese could very well suffer a broken leg from such a
fall.
Pre-existing Injury – Dogs that have had a broken leg
before can often reinjure or hurt themselves in the same spot because the limb
is already weak. Even normal activities can cause problems if the dog’s is not
properly set or strengthened after the initial injury. Make sure to speak with
your veterinarian about preventive steps you can take to ensure that you are
providing proper bone and joint support for your dog in such cases. Also
check out our blog on 5 Ways to Strengthen Your Dog's Bones to see if you've
been doing all you can do to keep their bones strong!
Landing on Hard Surfaces - When a jump from a height is
combined with a hard surface, such as concrete or wood flooring, the impact can
be much greater. Carpet or a rug can sometimes prevent a fracture, while wood
or tile can cause one.
Getting Hit By a Car - Neo, the rescue dog who inspired
Boneo Canine, suffered from a compound fracture after getting hit by a car.
Dogs that get out of the yard or are somehow unsupervised on the street can
break their legs by the impact of a car, and in many cases, even get killed.
Retractable Leashes - Retractable leashes may seem like a
convenient way to give your dog freedom while maintaining control but they can
be extremely dangerous for your dog, you, and anyone around you, especially if
you have a rowdy or uncontrollable dog. Retractable leashes have the potential
of wrapping around limbs and causing very serious leg injuries, from breaks to
even amputations.
Rough-housing - If you have multiple dogs or take your dog
to the dog park, they often can get outsized by other dogs. For example, if you
have dogs that just go crazy to greet you at the door they can often jump over
or on each other to be first in line. This can result in injury and even
fracture.
Surgery– Certain orthopedic surgeries, such as a TPLO
surgery, require the bone to be cut in order for the orthopedic issue to be
addressed. A bone leveling or cutting procedure is supervised by a
veterinarian, but is still considered a broken bone for healing purposes.
Is My Dog’s Leg Broken or Sprained?:
Sometimes, what may meet the signs of a broken leg
(especially when there is no visible trauma) could actually be a sprain. If
your dog is still willing to put a little bit of weight on the leg, or is
limping after a particularly active day but otherwise no injurious activities,
you may want to keep an eye and see if the situation improves over a day or so.
It may be that your dog had a sprain/strain instead of a fracture. If you have
noticed that your dog is suddenly limping, but can't tell whether it is
serious, check out the following blogs: 15 Causes of Dog Limping and What to Do
if Your Dog is Limping.
There are some key differences between a sprain and a
broken leg but unfortunately, many of the signs look the same. Furthermore,
sprains can also be serious, as sometimes they require surgery when there is a
tear that cannot be treated with rest and a brace. Instead of attempting to
self-diagnose, the only way to tell whether a dog has a sprain or a broken leg
is to take the dog for a complete visual exam and x-rays at the veterinarian.
What to Do if You Think Your Dog has a Broken Leg:
If you think your dog may have a broken leg, read our post
on How to Help a Dog with Broken Leg for specific instructions on how you
should react. The key to a healthy recovery later on often
lies in early detection and prompt treatment by a veterinarian.
Bone is a constantly remodeling and dynamic organ (yes,
it's an organ!) and dogs have instincts that will allow them to adapt even when
the bone is set improperly. But when a fracture is not addressed properly, the
malformed bone can eventually result in infection, require surgery, and
sometimes even amputation.
Forget give the dog a bone, this pampered pooch would likely dine on filet mignon and lobster given half the chance.
Bella Mia, a three-year-old full-breed Maltese from Great Neck, New York, is said to be one of the richest dogs in the world with a six-figure trust fund under her collar.
Last year, her owner Rose Ann Bolasny gave her a $100,000-a-year allowance to play with towards weekly paw-dicures, haircuts and designer shopping sprees.
The 60-year-old accountant, who has two adult sons, says Bella Mia is the 'daughter she never had' and likes to refer to her as a child instead of an animal.
Just about everyone loves puppies. But around the country, there's heated disagreement about where, and from whom, people can get one.
While the large national pet store chains don't sell dogs, other chains and shops do. But in several states, including Florida, cities are passing laws that ban puppy sales in pet stores.
At the Petland store in Plantation, Fla., a suburb of Ft. Lauderdale, customers come in all day long to look at and play with the puppies. At this store, in fact, doggie accessories and puppies are all that owner Vicki Siegel sells.
Rockville, Maryland - A longtime scientist from the National Institutes of Health http://www.nih.gov/ is behind bars, accused of trying to kill his female roommate with a hammer. Police say the attack started because of a fight over a dog.
Timothy Oliver, a longtime scientist from the National Institutes of Health is behind bars, accused of trying to kill his female roommate.
On Aug. 4, Timothy Oliver, 68, of Rockville, left his dog, a 3-year-old Maltese, in his roommate’s care while he was at work. Around 9:30 that evening, Oliver received a blitz of frantic phone calls; it was his roommate reporting a car had run over his beloved pet in the condo parking lot.
According to charging documents filed in Montgomery County District Court, that roommate, whom ABC 7 News is not identifying, told bystanders, "He [Oliver] is going to kill me."
Oliver raced to the Metropolitan Emergency Animal Clinic in Rockville, where his roommate had taken the dog. Staff there attempted CPR, but the animal's injuries were too severe for resuscitation. The Maltese died shortly after arriving. Oliver placed the dog's body in a cardboard box and took it back to his condo along 6000 block of California Circle.
Feelings inside the first-floor unit quickly became tense. Oliver's roommate reportedly attempted to explain what had happened, prompting Oliver to start pacing around the condo. Oliver then allegedly retrieved a hammer from the kitchen, stormed toward his roommate, and hit her repeatedly in the head with the blunt-force object, cracking her skull.
"Are you serious? Oh my God! I didn't know that," neighbor Leila Neza said.
Following the attack, Oliver allegedly kicked his roommate out of his unit, leaving her unconscious on the sidewalk with a depressed skull fracture.
"It’s hard for me to believe,” said Mary Krause, who lives directly next door. "His action went from bad to worse. You don't attack somebody over something like that."
