Last week I introduced you to a debilitating colon problem in cats called megacolon. This disease causes marked dilation of the colon with subsequent impaction with a large volume of feces. In this week’s post, I review how we treat this painful condition to make our affected feline friends feel better. Happy…
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Megacolon in Cats – Holy Constipation Batman! Part I
Nobody likes to feel constipated, not even cats. Unfortunately, some of our feline friends develop dysfunction in their colon called megacolon. In this first part of a two-part series, I’ll explain what megacolon is and how it’s diagnosed. Next week, I’ll review how to treat this potentially debilitating condition. Happy reading!…
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Chronic Inflammatory Enteropathy in Dogs
Often Called Inflammatory Bowel Disease, but Not Quite the Same Thing Chronic gastrointestinal disease is one of the most common and challenging problems encountered in canine medicine. Dogs with persistent diarrhea, vomiting, weight loss, or poor appetite often experience a diminished quality of life, and their caregivers understandably want clear…
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GI Foreign Objects – A Big Pain in the Gut
Dogs and cats like to chew on things. That fact won’t come as a shock to any pet parent. Unfortunately, they also like to swallow some of those foreign items on which they nibble. This week I spend some time discussing how to help your fur baby should you find…
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Gastrointestinal Biopsies – Big Bite Or Little Bite?
Have you been told your dog or cat needs biopsies from the gastrointestinal tract? Does this scare you because you’re concerned about your fur baby’s comfort level, anesthesia and recovery? Have no fear because in this week’s post you will find answers to your questions about gastrointestinal biopsies! I am…