You can be your dog's health care advocate by seeking routine care and watching for these signs of disease. If your dog exhibits any of these behaviors, seek veterinary advice.

Abnormal swelling/lumps
Sudden collapse
Weight loss or weight gain
Appetite loss/difficulty eating
Sores that don't heal
Loss of energy/stamina
Bleeding or discharge
Persistent cough
Foul odor
Persistent lameness, stiffness or limping
Difficulty breathing, urinating or defecating
Vomiting/ diarrhea
Eating more than usual
Excessive drinking of water, panting, scratching or urination