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Ear Hematomas in Dogs
Also known as aural hematomas, an ear hematoma is a collection of blood under the skin of a dog’s ear flap. This condition is easy to spot as the swelling is usually extreme. Ear hematomas can be extremely painful for dogs. Although they are considered a minor condition, treatment is always necessary. Without proper treatment, a dog’s ears can become [...]
DogLeggs Success Story! How DogLeggs Helped Reduce Luke's Hygroma by 2" in Just Months.
We always love to hear DogLeggs success stories! This one came in from a family that adopted Luke, a cane corso in November with a 15” elbow hygroma. The rescue offered to pay for the elbow hygroma to be removed, but the family met with the vet and didn’t feel right about getting the surgery as the vet couldn’t guarantee [...]
How to Tell if Your Dog is Hurt or Injured
It’s natural to feel concerned when your dog appears to be in pain. Often the first sign of a leg injury is limping. Some injuries are minor and will heal on their own, while others require a visit to your veterinarian. It’s important to determine where the problem is, whether it’s serious and if the limp is bad enough [...]
How to Treat Your Dog’s Hygroma
Elbow hygromas are fairly common in larger dog breeds such as German Shepherds, Labradors, Great Danes and Mastiffs. With the proper equipment, most hygromas can be successfully treated at home. What is a hygroma?A hygroma is a fluid-filled swelling caused by repeated trauma. These non-painful swellings typically occur over a pressure point or bony prominence such as the outside elbow. Hygromas [...]
Tips & Tricks for Using Your DogLeggs
The Standard Length Adjustable DogLeggs have helped treat and prevent countless elbow hygromas. Each pair is designed to provide padding and coverage of the elbow without limiting the animal’s range motion. In order to ensure that your pet is comfortable and that the product functions as it should, follow these tips and tricks in applying and using your DogLeggs.Putting on your [...]
