Symptoms & What They Mean

珍妮•fer Coates, DVM

Reviewed and updated for accuracy on February 13, 2020, by Dr. Jennifer Coates, DVM Eye discharge is a common problem in dogs. Some types are completely normal, while others are associated with potentially serious health concerns. In order to determine when you need to take your dog to the vet, you’ll need to understand the various types of dog eye discharge and what each may mean. 5 Common...

Teresa Manucy, DVM

The overall health of a dog is often reflected in their skin. Dogs can get lumps, bumps, and cysts from normal aging, or they can be signs of a problem. There are two major types of lumps and bumps on dogs: malignant (cancerous) and benign (not cancerous). However, you can’t tell the type or severity of a growth just by looking at it. A veterinarian can take a sample of cells to give you a...