| There are no particular diseases that affect small | | | | he is small. Smaller dogs tend to take on bigger dogs |
| dogs. But still some diseases may seem more | | | | and develop the small dog Syndrome. Sometimes the |
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| Teeth / Gum Problems | | | | Usually the small dog breeds tend to live long. But |
| | | | | they can develop some serious health problems. |
| Usually smaller dogs tend to develop teeth problems | | | | Bacterial infections, parasites and other viruses can |
| that can even lead to teeth loss. This is because the | | | | seriously damage their health. Also, because the size |
| small dogs like to chew on things and they also | | | | of the dog is small, these problems can occur much |
| prefer canned food and not crunchier food. But the | | | | rapidly in smaller dogs. They are also very susceptible |
| big concern is not the loss of one tooth but the | | | | to low blood sugar, hypoglycemic. |
| complications and infections that can appear with it. It | | | | |
| can really compromise the immune system and lead | | | | This usually happens because they have a faster |
| to trouble. | | | | metabolism. This is why you need to pay all the |
| | | | | attention to signs of trouble and illness. As soon as |
| In order to avoid this you may want to give your | | | | you see any problem, any symptom, you need to |
| dog a brushing from time to time. It is recommended | | | | contact the vet. Because the dogs have such a tiny |
| to do that twice each week. Also give them crunchy | | | | system they may also be prone to problems with |
| treats and chewable food. This will prevent cavities | | | | their ears and eyes. They also tend to hurt |
| from appearing also. | | | | themselves more because they have smaller legs. |
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| "Small Dog Syndrome" | | | | But with the right amount of care and also a lot of |
| | | | | patience you can take care of your dog and make |
| Even if a dog is small this does not mean he thinks | | | | sure it stays out of trouble. |