Orthopedic injuries are relatively common in dogs and cats. Problems like broken bones, luxating patellas, and ruptured cranial cruciate ligaments occur quite frequently. Hip injuries happen too, and coxal luxation – also called hip dislocation – is arguably the most common injury at this joint. So, this week I’m sharing information about this orthopedic problem, … [Read more…]
In previous posts I’ve written about various causes of coughing in cats, particularly asthma. This week I wanted to share information about an under-appreciated cause of coughing – lungworm infection. Please share this with other cat owners to increase knowledge of this disease. Happy reading! Lungworm Infection – What is it? Several genera of parasites … [Read more…]
Our pets can be adventurous. With such activity, accidents are bound to happen. Sometimes the carpus (wrist) is injured. Occasionally, trauma to this region necessitates permanent immobilization – such a procedure is called an arthrodesis. This week I wanted to share some information about this relatively common surgery to help increase awareness. Happy reading! Carpal … [Read more…]
As I was contemplating this week’s post, I came across a news headline about several humans becoming infected with brucellosis after drinking raw milk. I then realized I hadn’t yet shared any information about this disease in dogs. Thus, this week’s blog post was born. I hope you find the information intriguing and shareworthy. Happy … [Read more…]
Almost every dog parent has heard the term kennel cough before. Perhaps their dog went to daycare or was recently boarded. Perhaps their fur baby played with some new dogs at the dog park or visited a grooming facility. Then, their dog started to cough about a week later. So, they brought the pet to … [Read more…]
Last week I had some emergency medicine colleagues share with me a shocking statement said to them by some pet parents after they were presented with a medical treatment plan for their fur baby. The owners weren’t prepared for the cost of their pet’s emergency medical care. They were embarrassed, and as is human nature, … [Read more…]
Most pet parents have heard the terms pneumonia and congestive heart failure. Many have even heard of valve disease in dogs and cats. These are example of common heart and lung problems in pets. An under-appreciated cause of cardiopulmonary clinical signs in our furry companions is pulmonary hypertension. So, this week’s post is dedicated to … [Read more…]
You’ve probably seen the viral videos. You know the ones. A veterinarian uses forceps to gently pull a wriggling critter from under the skin of a kitten. To a lay person, the sight is both enthralling and grotesque. To a veterinarian, it is wholly gratifying. What did the veterinarian actually remove? A larvae of Cuterebra … [Read more…]
Imagine having a condition that causes your head or entire body to shake uncontrollably. That’s what happens in some our dog friends. This problem called tremor syndrome is not uncommon, so I wanted to dedicate some time to explaining the condition. I hope you find the information interesting and shareworthy. Happy reading! Tremor Syndrome – … [Read more…]
This week’s post was written in response to a request for more information from a dedicated follower. Uveitis or inflammation of the uveal tract of the eye is frequently diagnosed in both dogs and cats. Thus, it’s important for pet parents to have a working knowledge of this problem. So, I hope you find the … [Read more…]