Dog diseases

Dog breeds

Dog breeds

Dogs are more than just pets; they are loyal companions, family members and sometimes even lifesavers. Choosing the right dog breed can be a rewarding experience that positively impacts the lives of both the dog and the owner. In this guide, you'll discover the variety of dog breeds, from A to Z, and get valuable tips to find the breed that best suits your lifestyle.

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Dysbiosis index dog

Dysbiosis index dog

A research team led by the Gastrointestinal Laboratory (GI Laboratory) at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) has validated a new diagnostic index that will help veterinarians assess chronic gastrointestinal dysfunction in dogs in the future could be the key to diagnosing and treating gastrointestinal diseases.

In a recent article published in the journal Animals, GI Lab researchers tested their Dysbiosis Index (DI) on the microbiomes of 296 dogs and demonstrated that their index is a valid diagnostic tool for distinguishing between acute and chronic GI dysfunction and detecting it of non-GI diseases.

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Copper accumulation disease in dogs

Copper storage disease in dogs

Congenital copper storage disease, also known as copper toxicosis, is an inherited metabolic disease in dogs. It is characterized by defective copper excretion, leading to excessive accumulation of copper, particularly in the liver. This condition has parallels to Wilson's disease in humans and most commonly affects breeds such as the Bedlington Terrier, but can also occur in other dog breeds.

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