Electronic Cigarettes are Toxic to Pets
Electronic cigarettes, often called e-cigs, are marketed as an alternative to cigarette smoking. They are also referred to as personal vaporizers or electronic nicotine delivery systems. These devices are a…
Chronic Bronchitis in Dogs is Neither Infectious nor Contagious
Definition and Causes Chronic bronchitis is usually a non-infectious, inflammatory condition affecting the lining (mucosa) of the large airways (the trachea and bronchi) that results in a cough on most…
Umbilical Hernias in Puppies and Kittens
An umbilical hernia is a condition in which abdominal contents (fat, intestines, etc.) protrude past the abdominal wall at the location where the umbilical cord was attached to the fetus.…
Neuropathic Pain in Dogs and Cats
Neuropathic pain is an abnormal painful response. It is caused by injury to or disease of the nerves, spinal cord or parts of the brain that are involved in…
Actinic (Solar) Dermatitis
Most of us know that sun exposure can be damaging to the skin. We get wrinkles, sunburn, and even sun-induced skin cancers. It turns out that dogs have similar…
FIP (Feline Infectious Peritonitis) Overview
Feline coronavirus disease is a subject of considerable controversy and confusion. Cats are susceptible to infection with several members of the coronavirus group including porcine transmissible gastroenteritis virus (TGEV),…
Retained Baby Teeth Need Surgical Extraction
The roots of the deciduous teeth resorb in order for the teeth to become loose and fall out. This allows the permanent teeth to erupt normally. When deciduous (baby) teeth…
Vomiting and diarrhea in cats and dogs – so many reasons…
For two things that seem distinct, vomiting and diarrhea, why do there have to be so many reasons? The gastrointestinal tract serves as a busy thoroughfare and samples a lot…
Chylothorax – More Common in Cats than Dogs
What is a chylothorax? The thorax is basically the chest cavity or what houses the structures in the chest. The thorax houses where the lungs and heart sit along with…
Pregnant Dog Care
Are you getting ready for the pitter-patter of little paws? As with humans, you can minimize pregnancy complications with proper care. Having puppies may sound easy and it may seem…
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