Diseases & Conditions

<p>Some breeds are more susceptible to intervertebral disc disease, with Dachshunds sadly having a reported 20-60% incidence rate throughout their lifetime.&nbsp;That said, we do see large breed dogs at ARH with disc disease, and it´s important for all owners to be on the lookout for the signs of IVDH, no matter the size or shape of their dog...</p>

<p>It&#39;s an emergency situation that can happen to any dog of any breed or size, although large breed and heavy-chested dogs are more prone to this condition. Gastric Dilation and Volvulus Syndrome (GDV), often referred to as bloat, causes the stomach to dilate and twist on itself...</p>

<p>Discover expert tips on treating older dogs with vestibular disease from the specialists at the Animal Referral &amp; Emergency Network.</p>

<p>Learn about signs, symptoms, and treatment options for spontaneous pneumothorax in dogs, including key information on canine spontaneous pneumothorax.</p>

<p>Read about Chylothorax in Bull Mastiffs, treatment and diagnosis for Chylothorax in Dogs from expert Veterinarians at the Animal Referral &amp; Emergency Network.</p>

<p>It’s a rarely discussed fact that non-pigmented and poorly-haired animals have a similar risk of getting sunburnt and developing skin cancers as humans. The most common skin cancer, squamous cell carcinoma, accounts for 5% of canine skin tumors and 15% of feline tumours diagnosed each year. At least 30% of these pets will have multiple skin cancers...</p>