Anal gland problems, especially impaction and abscesses, are common in pets. Unfortunately, our furry friends can also develop cancer of the anal glands too. In this week’s post I share important information about anal gland tumors in dogs, so I hope you find it helpful. Happy reading! Anal glands –…
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Salmon Poisoning Disease in Dogs
Our canine friends can become infected with a wide variety of infectious agents. We explored many of them, including parvovirus and leptospirosis, in previous posts. This week I share information about another one – salmon poisoning disease. Happy reading! Salmon poisoning disease – What is it? Salmon poisoning is caused…
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Surgery for Otitis Externa in Cats & Dogs
I’ve previously written about one of the most common problems for which pet owners bring their pets to be evaluated by a veterinarian – otitis externa (aka an ear infection). Unfortunately, some of our furry friends don’t adequately respond to medical interventions. This small population of patients needs surgery. In…
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Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Dogs and Cats: What Pet Owners and Veterinarians Need to Know
Diabetic ketoacidosis, often called DKA, is one of the most serious complications of diabetes in dogs and cats. It can develop quickly, cause severe illness, and become life-threatening without prompt treatment. Fortunately, with early recognition and aggressive veterinary care, many pets recover and go on to live good quality lives.…
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Eclampsia in Pets – A Postpartum Emergency
I’ve spent more time in front of digital screens during the COVID-19 pandemic than to which I wish to admit. I’ve watched some new shows and rewatched some others. This morning, a re-run of the heart-wrenching Downton Abbey episode that saw Lady Sybil die of eclampsia had me feeling all…
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Soft Tissue Sarcomas in Cats & Dogs
Unfortunately our feline and canine companions are susceptible to cancers just like we humans. In previous posts, I’ve shared information about some common cancers in cats and dogs, including mast cell tumors, malignant melanoma, mammary tumors, and urinary bladder cancer. This week I wanted to provide some facts about a…
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IMN: Immune-Mediated Neutropenia in Cats & Dogs
It should come as no surprise to anybody who follows this blog that I love hematology and immunology! In previous posts I’ve written about various immune-mediated problems, including immune-mediated hemolytic anemia, immune-mediated thrombocytopenia, and immune-mediated polyarthropathy. This week I’m sharing information about another immune-mediated condition: immune-mediated neutropenia or IMN. I…
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ARVC in Dogs – A Dangerous Heart Muscle Disease
In previous posts I reviewed various heart conditions, including dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) in cats. This week’s post is dedicated to another important cardiac condition called arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy or ARVC. I hope you find the information useful and will share it with other…
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AAI – Atlantoaxial Instability in Dogs & Cats
I’ve written about spinal cord problems like intervertebral disc disease in previous posts. This week’s post comes as a result of a specific request from one of you, a dedicate follower of CriticalCareDVM.com. Here’s some information about another important spine problem: atlantoaxial instability or AAI. I hope you enjoy reading…
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FeLV: Feline Leukemia Virus Infection
A common infectious disease in cats is feline leukemia virus or FeLV. This week I’m sharing information about this important condition because I believe it’s important for all cat owners to be familiar with it. I hope you find the post helpful and will consider sharing with other cats lovers.…