What On Earth Are Coccidia? Coccidia are single-celled organisms that infect the intestine. They are microscopic parasites detectable on routine fecal tests in the same way that worms are, but…

When a Dog Becomes Infected Leptospira interrogans: Shaped like a question mark and is a type of bacterium called a spirochete. Dogs become infected by leptospires when abraded (irritated or cut)…

Urban Animal Veterinary Hospital only uses non-adjuvanted vaccines for cats. An adjuvant is added to a vaccine to stimulate the immune system to react to the vaccine and thus increase…

Many aspects of kidney failure require attention. The goal of renal therapy, dietary or otherwise, is to prevent or at least postpone advanced uremia (poisoning by toxins the kidneys could…

Things to know about fractures in cats and dogs are, in most cases, if your pet has suffered a traumatic injury, it’s likely that your veterinarian will recommend surgical stabilization…

Hypothyroid Labrador Retreiver The classic puffy 'tragic face' of hypothyroidism. It is a common human ailment and has in the past been considered to be the most common hormone imbalance…

Elbow dysplasia is the most common cause of lameness on a front leg in young dogs, especially of the larger breeds. Dysplasia refers to abnormal development, in this case of…

Today, there are many products to address fleas and ticks. These include newer oral medications as well as topical "spot-on flea and tick products."  Some pet owners find it easier…

Hyperthyroidism is the most common hormone imbalance in cats. This disease emerged in the 1980s, but has become so common that a wealth of information is available.  What Is Thyroid…

Epulides/epuli (plural of epulis) are common benign growths found in dogs' mouths. There are three types: Fibromatous epulis appears on a stalk of tissue, much like a mushroom, or as an…