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Acute abdomen is a condition in which your dog suddenly has serious
abdominal pain that is fewer than 24 hours in duration. Immediate medical
attention is essential.
Some common causes of acute abdomen include dystocia, foreign body ingestion...
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Occasional rapid blinking of the eye or eyes, lasting only for a short period of time, usually just indicates that your dog is performing the normal procedure to rid the eye of an irritant such as hair or dust. If blinking lasts for more than a...
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A bloody nose should be distinguished from blood on the surface of your dog’s nose as may result from a cut or wound. A bloody nose is when blood is flowing from your dog’s nasal or sinus passages. This may result from growths, infections...
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Bruises are dark red or blue colored areas on your dog's skin. Bruising generally results when your dog’s soft tissue is injured and the tiny blood vessels called capillaries are damaged. Bruises may or may not be painful to your dog. Bruises...
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Constipation is a condition in which your dog has difficulty passing bowel movements, and is often associated with hard and dry stools. Chronic constipation can be caused by foreign object obstruction, rectal prolapse, metabolic disorders,...
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A cough is an attempt to expel air against the closed trachea. This attempt produces a sudden and audible output of air that may also contain secretions from your dog’s trachea or lower respiratory tract. When your dog coughs, her head will...
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Diarrhea – loose, unformed stool –can be caused by no more than a minor gastrointestinal upset or be a symptom of a more serious problem requiring immediate care. Two of the most common causes of diarrhea in dogs are intestinal parasites such...
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