Dog health & dog care

Dogs react to fleas with severe scratching when allergic. But they also suffer from the parasites without allergies. What owners should know.

Heartworms are transmitted by mosquitoes. They are life-threatening for dogs and also pose a health risk to humans.

Owners of breeds with a strong urge to exercise are particularly concerned about when a puppy should do dog sports. A trainer advises.

Adult dogs adopting the so-called "puppy sit" can indicate health problems. Animal physiotherapist Sophie Sydow explains the causes.

Not only humans, but also dogs and cats can develop a pollen allergy. How owners can deal with it and what you should know.

PETBOOK explains why dogs sometimes snore - and under what circumstances the breathing noise can be a cause for concern.

Household chemicals could be more dangerous for dogs than previously thought. This is because they stay in the air, in dust, and on surfaces.

Dog psychologist Marc Ebersbach and veterinarian Dr. Vanessa Herder talk about the influence of stress on the risk of cancer in dogs.

As four-legged friends get older, their everyday life changes. PETBOOK explains what is important when living with an old dog.

Progressive retinal atrophy leads to vision loss in dogs and cats. Dr. Vanessa Herder explains the causes and which breeds are affected.

When dogs become senior citizens, they also show certain changes. When dogs are considered old and what owners should bear in mind?

Researchers recently proved that dogs can smell cancer in other dogs after dogs in their study successfully detected bladder cancer.

Studies show that our four-legged friends simulate behavior to gain advantages. But do dogs also fake illness?

A new type of vaccination sterilizes dogs for a year could, making surgery superfluous. It would thus be a revolution in veterinary medicine.

A new test should be able to determine how long older a dog has left to live. This knowledge can help with important decisions.

Dogs age too, so there are a few things you should bear in mind if you want to exercise with them as they get older.

How much sleep dogs need depends on various factors including age, health, activity, size, and breed. PETBOOK explains.

Various factors can lead to dogs vomiting on an empty stomach. PETBOOK explains the causes and what you can do about it.

Leaving dogs in the car for a short time in hot weather can result in fatal heatstroke. What owners should know and be aware of.

PETBOOK author and dog trainer Katharina Marioth introduces you to ways of keeping your dog active as well as comfortable during a heatwave

A study from the USA has found five factors that ensure dogs stay healthy for a long time. One stands out in particular.