Your healthy Lab

Keep your dog healthy by keeping yourself informed. Learn about the warning signs and symptoms of many common dog diseases. You can also pick up a few recovery tips to help speed up the healing process. Choose from the items below to read about a certain disease. All our Susana labs adults and Labrador puppy’s have been pretty lucky so far, but we hear of all kinds of strange things that can happen, and we try to inform everyone so that you can save yourself and your pet some unnecessary frustrations along the way.
Allergic Dermatitis
Is your dog scratching or licking more than usual, or is his skin rough, flaky or irritated? If so, then he might be suffering from a skin condition, and your veterinarian may recommend tests to identify the exact reason. We at Susana Labradors believe in omega 3 fish oil put directly in the food bowl at feeding times. Also we have had great success with the Life’s abundance food and the Nuvet supplements. The Nu Vet supplements have actually healed some of our skin problems over the years.
Arthritis and Joint Pain
Arthritis is a general term for abnormal changes in a joint. These changes occur when cartilage is worn away faster than it can be replaced. Cartilage acts as a cushion to protect the bones. When it wears away, joints become swollen and painful. All our yellow Labradors are put on Nu joint plus supplements from early on as it helps with the development of the joints by adding MSN and Chondriton and glucosamine, to help with the onset of Hip Dysplasia, and the growth of the soft cartilage in Labrador puppies and our Labrador young adults.
Brain Aging and Behavioral Changes in Dogs
It's important to remember that aging is a natural part of your dog's life. And as your dog ages, she may begin to act differently. Aging takes a toll on a dog's entire body, including her brain. This may lead to behavioral changes.
Cancer in Dogs
In many ways, your dog is a lot like you. You both need the basics of proper nutrition and exercise to stay active and healthy. The bad news: Dogs can develop cancer, just like humans. The good news: Dogs have cancer treatments, just like humans. The supplements we use aid in the onset of Cancer, using healing herbs.
Dental Disease in Dogs
Spending a lot of face time with your pooch is a fun time for both of you - until you get a whiff of his breath! Taking care of your pet's teeth can do more than just freshen his breath - it could improve his quality of life. Susana Labradors brushes our dogs teeth often to prevent the dangers of liver and kidney disease.
Developmental Growth Disorders in Puppies
Proper nutrition is the best opportunity to keep your puppy healthy throughout her life. If you start her with good nutrition and give her adequate veterinary care from the beginning, her chances of developing a growth disorder are greatly reduced.
Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs
If your dog appears weak or thirsty, frequently urinates, experiences rapid weight loss, is depressed, or has abdominal pain, she could be diabetic.
Food Allergy and Food Intolerance in Dogs
Allergies aren't fun for anyone, but especially not for your dog who can't tell you what's making him so sick. If your dog vomits frequently, has diarrhea, irritated skin, a poor coat condition or hair loss, then he may have a food allergy.
Gastrointestinal Disorders in Dogs
Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders and diseases affect a dog's stomach and intestines, resulting in pain and other problems.
Heart Disease in Dogs
No matter your dog's size, he has a big heart - metaphorically speaking, of course. He has a personality all his own, he is a loyal companion and seems to know when you need a good laugh.
Kidney Disease in Dogs
The kidneys, the frequently forgotten but life-sustaining organs, remove waste from the bloodstream and regulate fluids in the body. If the kidneys are not able to do their job, the result could be life threatening for your dog.
Liver Disease in Dogs
The liver performs numerous important functions for your dog's body, including the filtering of toxins from the bloodstream. Because the liver works to rid the body of so many different substances, it is susceptible to damage from many different sources.
Serious Illness, Accidents and Surgery in Dogs
Imagine being hurt or injured and not able to ask for what you need to feel better. That is exactly what your dog feels during a serious illness, or after an accident or surgery.
Urinary Tract Disease in Dogs
You already know the food you feed your dog is extremely important in keeping him healthy.
Weight Management in Dogs
How can you tell if your dog is overweight? First, your veterinarian will weigh your dog at her regular check-ups. Between check-ups, place your hands on her side - are her ribs hard to feel or even impossible to feel? If so, she is likely overweight. We at Susana Labradors keep our males and female Labradors on the lean side. An overweight dog is sloppy and unhealthy and cannot keep up with the active family and can suffer serious health risks including death. Exercise in the proper amount and not snacking too much on people food and a serious dog kibble are the best measures.
You can change your pet's life. Start now……visit our nutrition site for a great beginning and get a healthy pup from a reputable breeder from the beginning and avoid all these serious potential health disorders by just buying any pup. Remember you will have your Susana Labrador a long time…longer than you may own your car. So be smart, remember good labs aren’t cheap, and cheap labs aren’t good! References available upon request.