Is ringworm a worm? Ringworm got its name because of the circular somewhat red worm-y pattern it makes on the skin of an infected individual from people to cats to…
Anemia means the red blood cells in an individual's body are low. This is very important as red blood cells (RBCs) carry oxygen throughout the body and ensure the organs…
How cats show fear like people, cats can also be afraid of things. When this happens, they change how they behave. Fear triggers can vary from cat to cat. What…
Clostridium - spore forming bacteria When companion pets have chronic diarrhea, one of the tests that is run looks for the bacteria Clostridium perfringens. Having the bacteria alone isn't uncommon but…
Body temperature may be elevated because of an infection (fever), but it may also increase because of hot conditions outside, especially in the Houston climate. When the body overheats to the point…
Seeing your feline companion scratch can be frustrating and difficult to watch. Persistent scratching and chewing by your feline friend can results in skin infections. Common causes of chronic itching…
The swelling is from blood between fracture cartilage in this cat's ear What is an Aural Hematoma and is it a Problem? Any hematoma refers to swelling outside a body…
Many dog owners have seen their companion scoot their rump across the floor in a disconcerting way. Sometimes you may smell a fishy odor or see brown droplets after the…
Most people know about melanoma and know it is a skin cancer. It arises from pigmented skin from a pigmented cell type called melanocytes. In people melanomas are commonly associated…
Rabies has existed for a long time and is one of the most serious viral infections for people and mammals alike, as there are no second-chances. It is always fatal…