Health and Nutrition - Canada's Guide to Dogs

Alphabetical Listing of Dog Health Issues

Select from the following tabs to view an alphabetical listing of some of the health issues found in dogs. Each link provides a brief description of the condition along with links to websites which cover the issues in further detail.

Note: The Health & Nutrition section of the Canada’s Guide to Dogs website is intended as a source of information only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional care, but as an aid to those seeking health and nutrition information. Always consult with your Veterinarian and other professionals about health related matters and any concerns or questions you may have concerning your dog’s diet and nutrition requirements. We do not endorse or recommend any one treatment or diet over another.

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Cancer

Cardiovascular / Heart Disease

Circulatory System

  • von Willebrand’s DNA Test — Type I – Bernese Mountain Dog, Doberman Pincher, Kerry Blue Terrier, Manchester Terrier, Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Poodle and Papillon.

Digestive System

  • Bloat — Canine Inherited Disorders Database

Endocrine System

Eye and Ear

  • Companion Animal Eye Registry (CAER) — Maintains a registry of purebred dogs who have been examined and certified annually.
  • Deafness in Dogs and Cats — Information on Deafness Prevalence, Causes, & Management For Owners, Breeders, and Researchers — by George M. Strain, Professor of Neuroscience, Comparative Biomedical Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, Louisiana State University

General

Integumentary System

Musculoskeletal System

Nervous System

Breed Listing


Note: This section of the Canada’s Guide to Dogs website is intended as a source of information only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional care. Always consult with your Veterinarian about health related matters.

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