Pet Information : dogs
Medical
- Dog and Cat Blood Transfusions
- Recent advances in veterinary medicine have brought treatments to pets that rival those that people receive. With these advances, the necessity for and occurrence of blood and blood product transfusions has become more common.& …
- Bloat! A Life Threatening Emergency!
- Bloat is a complicated and severe disease that strikes large and giant breed dogs primarily. Bloat is one of the most frightening and urgent veterinary emergencies. The anatomy of a deep-chested dog, such as a Great Dane, seems to make it susceptib …
- Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis The pancreas is a small organ that sits nestled between bowel loops of the upper small intestine. This small, spongy organ is responsible for helping with digestion, especially of fats, and also for insulin secretion (blood sugar …
- Diagnosis: ACL Rupture
- Most football fans (and players) know what the ACL is. This tiny ligament, the anterior cruciate ligament, is an important part of the stabilization of the knee joint. Just like human athletes may injure this ligament, canine athletes (and maybe …
- Diagnosis: Corneal Ulcer
- Introduction The eyes are delicate organs of the body. Any abnormality with one or both eyes should be treated as an urgent matter to preserve sight. Anatomy The surface of the eye is called the cornea. It is a thin, multi-layer …
- Diagnosis: Kidney Failure
- Introduction: Chronic renal (kidney) failure is common in the pet population and most prevalent among older pets. In a retrospective study by Bronson, kidney disease was the second most common cause of death for dogs, after cancer. …
- Heat Stroke - Medical Emergency!
- Heat stroke is a life-threatening emergency situation for your dog or cat, although certainly not as common in cats given their lifestyle. Dogs and cats can’t sweat like we can, so they have a much harder time controlling their body temperatu …
- Diagnosis - Diabetes
- Introduction Diabetes mellitus is a commonly diagnosed endocrine disorder in dogs and cats. There are two types of diabetes mellitus, just like in people. Type I is the most common in dogs and requires insulin for treatment. …
- Diagnosis: Hypothyroidism
- Introduction So, you’ve just received the news from your veterinarian that your dog has hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism is a relatively common endocrine abnormality in middle age and senior dogs. It is somewhat more common in spayed females …
- Ear Infections in Dogs and Cats
- Ear infections are a common problem in dogs and cats, especially during the summer months. This brief article explains some of the more common causes of ear infections and the importance of seeking veterinary care for your dog or cat with a sore, …
- Arthritis Medication Concerns
- Arthritis Medication Concerns With the recent news stories about popular medications used to treat arthritis symptoms in humans, many people are worrying about the safety of the medication that their pets are taking. Veterinarians have sever …
- Addison's and Cushing's Diseases
- Although this is not the most exciting topic ever, these diseases are important to understand, especially if you have a middle-aged or older pet. These diseases affect primarily dogs, but can rarely affect cats, and can even affect horses and peopl …
- Allergic Disease in Dogs and Cats
- For many of us, the changing seasons mean the start of upper respiratory misery. Coughing, sneezing, wheezing, and congestion are all common components of human allergies. Many people suffer from these symptoms and you only have to watch the televi …
- Common Eye Problems in Dogs
- Eyes are a very sensitive part of the body. Injury or disease affecting the eye can be an emergency situation. Untreated, many simple problems can progress into blindness rapidly. Veterinary care should be sought immediately if your pet is sufferin …
- Epilepsy
- Epilepsy is a term that simply means seizure disorder. We often make a diagnosis of epilepsy when we cannot identify a cause for the seizures. Another term for this is idiopathic epilepsy. This article will discuss some of the causes of seizure …
Please note that this information does not replace onsite, professional, veterinary care. It is solely for educational purposes. Your pet's medical condition should be evaluated by a veterinarian before any medical decisions are implemented. If there is a potentially life-threatening emergency involving your pet, take your pet to a veterinarian or veterinary facility immediately.
Veterinary Technical Services Department
