The gallbladder plays a critical role in digestion by storing and releasing bile to help break down dietary fats. In dogs, however, this small organ can sometimes develop a life-threatening condition called a gallbladder mucocele. This disease has been increasingly recognized by veterinarians in recent years, and understanding its signs…
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Sialoceles & Your Pets – When Saliva Accumulates in the Wrong Place
One of the more common reasons patients are presented to me is for evaluation of an new and/or unusual lump or bump under the jaw. Arguably, the most common cause is an enlarged lymph node, but occasionally the problem is an abnormal salivary gland. This week’s post is dedicated to…