The skin is the largest organ in the body. YES the skin is a real organ! Although some dermatological diseases affect only the skin, many others are the manifestation of a systemic disorder.   What is the skin microbiota? The term skin microbiota refers to the set of microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, yeasts) that live on the skin’s surface. The microbiota plays an important functional role in the skin barrier, which acts as protection against external agents (physical barrier and immunological […]

Nutrition is essential for the health of the animal. Suitable foods should be introduced through food: what is physiological for the animal’s body. These foods are broken down  into micronutrients through the process of digestion where the food is digested into smaller molecules that the body can absorb and use. Digestion, in addition to being  a very important process, is also a process that constantly occurs in the animal’s body. Good digestion is important: to nourish the cells with all the necessary […]

What is malassezia? Malassezia is a yeast that is part of the normal canine skin microbiota, so it is normally present on the skin of dogs and cats. In particular, Malassezia resides in wet areas such as: • ear canal • space between the fingers • skin folds • the genitals • the armpits This pathogen coexists with its host and in healthy animals it does not cause problems as long as the skin microbiota is in balance. When this […]

Pseudopregnancy, also known as false pregnancy, is a phenomenon that can occur in unsterilized bitches / cats. Pseudopregnancy is caused by hormonal fluctuations in diestrus, a phase of the estrous cycle in which there is a drop in progesterone concentration and an increase in prolactin concentration. In terms of days, the symptoms of false pregnancy in dogs usually appear between 7 and 10 weeks after estrus or after heat. During pseudopregnancy, the bitch may show symptoms similar to those of […]

In your pet’s intestine many metabolic processes take place which –  finish the  digestion (in the upper part of the intestine) –  allow  the reabsorption of nutrients and water.   The digestive system performs very important tasks for the general preservation of the balance of the entire organism, which are obviously not limited only  to the digestion of food.   In fact, 3 main properties can be considered: – Digestion and absorption of food – Emuntorial capacity – Line of immune defense of the body.     […]

We will have to build a solid relationship with our puppy based on trust to become the best secure foundation he can have: it is necessary to fulfill his emotional needs, welcome his emotions, give constant support, indicate the right direction so that the puppy can learn how to make it by himself in such a delicate and sensitive moment of his growth.

Giardia Lamblia is a small single-celled protozoan found in the gastrointestinal tract of most domestic and wild mammals, including humans. The term parasite identifies an organism that survives by feeding at the expense of another, without giving anything in return. Giardia is present all over the world and is characterized by a direct life cycle, that is, it does not need intermediate hosts to reproduce. Dogs contract the infection when they ingest the cystic form of this parasite by drinking […]

Panosteitis in dogs is an inflammatory problem affecting the long bones of the limbs. Use of products that contain natural anti-inflammatory components can be a valid alternative.

Did you know that complementary feeds are not all the same? Are you wondering what dietary complementary feeds or parnuts are?

Puppies can encounter many orthopedic problems during growth. Skeletal growth disorders, especially if they occur in the first months of development, cause damage that will accompany the dog for life, so it is important that the owner and veterinarian pay particular attention to the first signs or symptoms that reveal any growth problems, in order to diagnose and treat the underlying causes of various disorders early. Read the full article here.

Osteoarthrosis or arthritis or osteoarthritis is a DEGENERATIVE DISEASE, that affects  the JOINTS. In veterinary medicine it is also known as Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD). It is a PROGRESSIVE AND IRREVERSIBLE PATHOLOGY, characterized by degeneration of joint cartilages, changes in the subchondral bone, formation of osteophytes and inflammation and fibrosis of the joint capsule. From the study of some dinosaur bones it was possible to ascertain that these animals already suffered from arthrosis. In human and veterinary pathology osteoarthritis or […]

Selenium is an essential mineral that should be part of every dog’s diet. The daily food ration should contain 0.05 mg of selenium for each kilo of food. Selenium is a natural antioxidant that carries out its protective action against free radicals and preserves the elasi9kticity of tissues that tend to lose it due to aging. Selenium fulfills this function by delaying the oxidation of polyunsaturated fatty acids. All the diseases related to aging are influenced by the action of […]

When they are born, the puppies abandon a sterile environment (the uterus) and find themselves exposed to various microorganisms, all potentially pathogenic. Newborn puppies are therefore particularly vulnerable to infections in the first weeks of life and require protection to survive. The assistance against infections is guaranteed by the mother, who transfers immunoglobulins through the placental passage first and with the colostrum immediately after birth, guaranteeing the first level of protection immediately to the newborn. The transfer of immunity from […]

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In the last 15 years, cynology and therefore canine breeding have developed considerably, have become more professional and therefore reproduction has become more important.   Due to the growing demand for veterinary services in the field of fertility, many veterinarians began to deal more closely with defining of the most appropriate time for mating. In fact, the reproductive failures are for the most part due to an error in choosing the date of the coupling rather than to a male […]