The world is full of infectious organisms that cause disease in our pets. One problematic parasite is called Toxoplasma gondii, the causative agent of toxoplasmosis in cats. Toxoplasmosis is relatively common in our feline friends, yet is under-recognized as potential cause of a pet’s clinical signs. This week I share…
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Vaccinations & Felines – Which Ones Do They Really Need?
In last week’s blog post I shared the latest recommendations for vaccines in dogs. It’s only fair to devote some time to expounding on the same topic for our furry friends. Vaccinations are a fundamental part of preventive healthcare, right? Right! So, this week I share information from the American…
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Chylothorax in Cats – Our Feline Friends Don’t Like This Milk!
In a previous post, I reviewed pleural space disease. If you recall, these ailments cause fluid and/or air to abnormally accumulate between the lungs and the chest wall. There are many potential reasons for fluid to collect in the pleural space. There are even different types of fluid. This week,…
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Stomatitis in Cats – A Profoundly Painful Dental Problem
Dental disease in cats is an exceedingly common health concern for parents. One of the more frequently encountered problems is stomatitis, a generalized inflammation of the oral cavity. Also called gingivostomatitis, this condition is extremely painful without prompt and proper treatment. This week I share some fun facts about stomatitis…
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Hemotropic Mycoplasmosis – Bad News For Cat’s Blood
I love diseases of the blood and immune system. I find them fascinating. I love helping patients living with them. One common infection of the blood in cats is hemotropic mycoplasmosis. Specific bacteria called Mycoplasma parasitize red blood cells to destroy them and to trigger a powerful (and potentially deadly)…