Common Medical Problems

The volunteers at the German Shepherd Rescue are not licensed veterinarians.  The links provided here are for informational purposes only.  If you have a medical question about your dog, please contact your veterinarian directly.

	Arthritis
	Panno (growing pains)
	Thyroid (over active or under active)
	Pannus
	Giardia
	Coccidia
	Pancreatitus
	Degenerative Myelopathy
	http://neuro.vetmed.ufl.edu/neuro/DM_Web/DMofGS.htm
	Epilepsy, Seizures
	Allergies
	www.canismajor.com/dog/allergy.html
	Cryptorchid (undescended testicles)
	Cancer
	Mammary tumors
	Fatty tumors
	Megaesophagus
	Chronic Ear infections
	Hematomas
	Bloat
	Cataracts
	Cherry Eye
	Perianal Fistulas
	www.geocities.com/Heartland/Pointe/1672/  www.dvmnewsmagazine.com/dvm/content/contentDetail.jsp?id=46555
	Distemper
	Parvo
	Bordatella (Kennel cough)
	Pneumonia
	Poisoning
	Heartworm
	Flea Dermatitis
	Mange, Scabies, Ring worm
	Lupus
	Sensitive Stomach
	Hot Spots / Lick Granuloma
	Aspergillosis
	Kidney or Liver Failure
	Dental Problems
	Umbilical Hernia
	Incontinence
	Worms (hook, round, tape, whip)
	Coprophagia (consumption of feces)
	www.vetmed.wsu.edu/pets/_archive/study.htm
	Useful websites with information on canine medical issues:
	www.vetinfo.com
	www.animed.org
	www.vin.com/petcare