Symptoms Lyme disease in dogs most commonly manifests by a sudden onset of lameness and inflammation of the joints. Some dogs will experience other symptoms including weakness, lethargy, loss of appetite and weight, or fever. Lameness is generally temporary and abates once treated with antibiotics, however, in some cases, it can become more severe or even chronic. Lyme Disease in PetsLyme can also cause more serious or even fatal conditions in dogs such as kidney, nervous sys

Healthy aging starts with providing proper nutrition throughout a dog’s life, but it is never too late to begin feeding a healthy diet to help increase your old dog's time with you. Here are some tips on feeding senior dogs from the AKC Canine Health Foundation: Get out the measuring cups: One of the keys to longevity is preventing obesity. Overweight dogs, the Canine Health Foundation reports, are more prone to diseases like osteoarthritis, diabetes mellitus, respiratory and