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Hiatal Hernia – An Uncommon Problem in Cats & Dogs

Cats and dogs can be affected by hernias of a wide variety. Most folks have heard of umbilical and inguinal hernias. This week’s post is dedicated to a different type of hernia: a hiatal hernia. I hope you find the information interesting, and you’ll consider sharing it with your pet-loving friends. Happy reading! Hiatal Hernia … [Read more…]

Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV) – The Dreaded Bloat in Dogs  

Gastric dilatation-volvulus or GDV is a life threatening and rapidly progressive condition in dogs. Other common terms for GDV include: Bloat Gastric torsion Stomach torsion Twisted stomach If not recognized and treated appropriately and immediately, affected dogs can painfully die. In this week’s blog post, I review the causes, clinical signs, and treatment of GDV … [Read more…]