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Intussusception – When the Gut Becomes a Telescope

28-08-18 by CriticalCareDVM
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Most dog owners have heard of many of the common gastrointestinal problems that afflict dogs. Parvovirus in dogs. Intestinal parasites (aka “worms), foreign objects causing an obstruction, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and even gastric dilatation-volvulus (aka: “bloat”). Yet, there is one about which few parents know. Which one you ask? The problem is called an … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: anastomosis, diarrhea, enteroplication, gastrointestinal, IBD, inflammatory bowel disease, intussusception, intussusceptum, intussuscipiens, parasites, parvovirus, resection, vomiting, worms

Vaccines & Dogs – Which Ones Do They Really Need?

29-01-18 by CriticalCareDVM

Vaccination is an integral component of preventive healthcare. This week I share updated information about the vaccines recommended for our canine companions by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), as I believe all dog parents should know this information. I sincerely hope this blog post doesn’t deteriorate into a debate on the efficacy and safety … [Read more…]

Posted in: General Information Tagged: adenovirus, adjuvant, bordatella bronchiseptica, Borrelia burgdorferi, Diamondback, distemper, H3N2, H3N8, influenza, killed, leptospirosis, Lyme, MLV, modified-live, parainfluenza, parvovirus, rabies, recombinant, vaccines, virus

Parvovirus Infection in Dogs – Part I: Cause & Diagnosis

15-08-16 by CriticalCareDVM

Social media are truly curious phenomena. Opinions abound, including those unsupported by actual fact. We’ve all read them. Last week I read a dangerously inaccurate post regarding canine parvovirus that claimed humans made this potentially deadly disease. This post made my blood boil. Yet rather than perpetually fume, I’ve decided to be proactive. So over the … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: bone marrow, CPV, crypts, ELISA, feces, incubation, intestinal, parvo, parvovirus, PCR, villi, white blood cells

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