Other Causes. If your puppy or dog has not been properly vaccinated and begins to shiver, cough, run a fever or discharge mucus from his eyes and nose he may have distemper, a virus common in puppies and adolescent dogs.
Heel Injuries. One of the most common foot problems seen by physicians is heel pain. One of the most common problems seen by physicians who care for the feet involves pain in the heel. Heel or arch pain that occurs in adult patients is most commonly caused by a condition known as plantar fasciitis.
For lower limb care, see Podiatry. Not to be confused with Pediatrist. A podiatrist, also known as a podiatric physician (/poÊËdaÉªÉtrÉªst/ poh-dye-eh-trist) or foot and ankle surgeon, is a medical professional, a physician devoted to the study and medical treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle and lower extremity.