A dog's immune system plays a vital role in protecting its body against pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites. When its defenses are balanced, dogs are more resistant to infections and recover more easily after illness or surgery. However, many factors can weaken immunity, including age, stress, diet, and more.
Why can a dog's bowel function go wrong? A dog's intestinal transit depends on a fine balance between diet, intestinal flora, hydration and activity level. A number of factors can upset this balance, causing either a slowdown (constipation) or an acceleration (diarrhea): Signals to recognize quickly When transit [...]
Understand and relieve canine digestive disorders naturally. Gastritis is an inflammation of the mucous membrane of the dog's stomach, often underestimated but nonetheless common. It can be acute or chronic, causing a variety of digestive symptoms of varying severity. In this article, find out why your dog may suffer from gastritis, how to recognize the signs and [...].
Recognizing skin disorders in dogs. Dermatitis is a common skin condition in dogs, which can have multiple origins: allergic, parasitic, bacterial or environmental. It often causes itching, redness, irritation and discomfort. Why does a dog suffer from dermatitis? There are many causes of canine dermatitis, but some of the most [...]
How to boost the immune system of dogs and horses prone to skin problems? The link between the immune system and skin disease in horses and dogs is often overlooked. Yet an effective immune system acts as a shield against skin disease. A weakening of this system [...]
Does your dog need magnesium?
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As you already know, your dog is a carnivorous animal. However, although his nature leads him to feed mainly on meat, he needs much more to stay in top health. Among the many nutrients essential to his well-being, magnesium holds a special place. This mineral is often overlooked, yet it is essential for [...]
Hot weather can be a real challenge for our four-legged friends. Here are a few tips for their well-being
Why does my dog already suffer from osteoarthritis? My young dog limps regularly after his walk, the X-rays are formal: my dog has osteoarthritis! What is osteoarthritis in dogs? Osteoarthritis, formerly known as rheumatoid arthritis, is a common disease in all breeds of dog, which progressively destroys the entire joint, including the cartilage and [...].
Your dog's good health depends on good digestion. That's why it's so important to understand how a dog's digestive system works, so you can adapt your dog's diet and lifestyle accordingly. Lore & Science tells you all you need to know about canine digestion and gives you its best advice [...].
What is animal doping? As with humans, doping does not spare animals. Although the subject is highly topical, it's not a new one - it was first raised years ago. This illegal practice is taken very seriously by the official authorities, and is even being reinforced [...].