A non-reactive result indicates lack of specific immune response to Hepatitis B surface antigen or vaccine. Such individuals are presumed to be non-immune and therefore su â¦ sceptible to Hepatitis B infection.
Symptoms of Hip Dysplasia in German Shepherds. difficulty rising or climbing inclines ; hip soreness ; limping ; muscle atrophy on the rump ; German Shepherd hip dysplasia signs may become evident between 5 and 8 months. But, some dogs will not show any signs until they are mature adults. Other canine hip dysplasia symptoms: A young dog may run with its back legs in sync, almost like a bunny hop. Decreased range of motion may be noticed as the pup will be unable to extend their leg backward very far. The pup will hesitate to jump and will not want to stand up on its rear legs.
Dogs in heat need special care. Estrus or âheatâ is part of the reproductive cycle in female dogs. Dogs come into their first heat between about 6 and 24 months of age, with small breeds coming into heat sooner and large breeds later.Dogs typically have two heats per year, and each lasts about 18-24 days.The first signs of heat are typically a swollen vulva and a bloody vaginal discharge.he best way to control the heat cycle is to have your female dog spayed at 6 months of age. There is no health reason why female dogs need to experience a first heat or ever have puppies. In fact, spaying before the first heat cycle dramatically reduces the risk of mammary cancer later in life.