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Addison’s disease in dogs, medically known as hypoadrenocorticism, is an endocrine disorder that results from inadequate production of critical adrenal hormones. Although the condition is uncommon, it remains clinically important because it can mimic many other illnesses. For this reason, clinicians often call it “the great pretender.” Early recognition and…
Picture an adrenal gland as a peanut M&M™. Cushing’s disease (or hyperadrenocorticism) is a problem with the chocolate coating, and it is much more common in dogs than in cats. As part of this condition the adrenal glands overproduce certain hormones, particularly the body’s own steroid called cortisol. An elevated…