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Pyometra is a condition that occurs in female, un-spayed dogs, where their uterus becomes infected, leading to life-threatening illness. Middle-aged and older female dogs who have not been spayed are at risk for pyometra. What causes it? When a female dog is ready for pregnancy, her body will prevent immune system cells (i.e., white blood cells) from entering the uterus, because they would interfere with fertilization. In addition, the lining of the female dog’s uterus will thicken for several weeks so her body is prepared to carry a litter. If pregnancy doesn’t occur, the lining of the uterus will get…

You rescued a dog, are you wondering how long it will take for your rescue dog to adapt ? What steps you can take to make this transition faster and easier. The 3-3-3 rule when adopting a dog is a really useful application to understand the 3 phases a rescue pup or dog will go through when adjusting to a new living situation. You as a new pet parent also need to understand that adopting a rescue dog or pup does bring excitement but also unfortunately stress and worry at the same time. You will probably have a lengthy list of…

What Is Addison’s Disease? Addison’s disease or hypoadrenocorticism, is a very serious illness affecting canines, however dogs diagnosed with Addison’s disease are able to live normal lifespans with proper treatment. Addison’s disease occurs when the adrenal glands in the body fail to produce the hormones that they are required to produce. The most important hormones produced by the adrenal glands are steroids, specifically aldosterone and cortisol. These steroids play a big role in regulating your dog’s internal organs and body systems. Without them, your dog’s body will deteriorate, leading to serious complications and without treatment, even death. What Causes Addison’s…