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Pyrethrins and Cats – A Life-Threatening & Avoidable Feline Toxicity

2018-03-12 by CriticalCareDVM

Fleas are disgusting. Honestly, every time I see one I get the heebie-jeebies. I immediately need to take a shower. This is just one of many reasons why I’m a huge proponent of flea control, and I strongly recommend pet parents speak with their primary care veterinarians about the best preventative for their fur babies. … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: ataxia, benzodiazepenes, central nervous system, chrysanthemum, CNS, decontamination, diazepam, hyperexcitability, hypersalivation, ILE, intoxication, intravenous lipid emulsions, methocarbamol, midazolam, muscle, panting, permethrin, phenobarbital, propofol, ptyalism, pyrethrins, pyrethroids, salivary glands, seizures, spot-on, toxicity, tremors, vomiting

Cholecalciferol Intoxication – Too Much of a Good Things for Our Pets

2018-02-19 by CriticalCareDVM

Every day I take a multi-vitamin. After all, medical doctors advocate vitamins are healthy supplements when taken appropriately. The same is true for dogs and cats. Unfortunately, too much of some vitamins is not good. In fact, ingestion of toxic amounts of specific vitamins can be deadly. This week, I wanted to share information about … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: activated charcoal, calcipotriene, calcitriol, cholecalciferol, cholestyramine, constipation, diarrhea, hematemesis, hypercalcemia, melena, polydipsia, polyuria, ptyalism, Quintox, Rampage, tacalcitol, vitamin D3, vomiting

Lilies and Cats – Be Aware of These Poisonous Plants in Our Furry Felines

2017-04-10 by CriticalCareDVM

Easter is just around the corner in many parts of the world. With this holiday comes a bounty of delectable sweet treats and gorgeous flower arrangements. Indeed, there aren’t many things that are more stunning that fully bloomed Easter lilies. Unfortunately, those plants and many lilies are exceeding toxic to cats. Given the proximity to the Easter holiday, … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: acute kidney injury, asiatic, ataxia, azotemia, day, depression, Easter, elegans, glycoalkaloids, Hemerocallis, lancifolium, leaves, lethargy, lilies, Lilium, longiflorum, orientalis, pancreatitis, pollen, ptyalism, renal, seizures, solasodine trisaccharides, speciosum rubrum, Stargazer, stem, Tiger, umbellatum, urine, vomiting, weakness

Malignant Melanoma in Dogs – A Colorful Canine Cancer

2017-03-27 by CriticalCareDVM

With my bald head, I’m keenly aware of my risk for skin cancer, specifically malignant melanoma. Unfortunately, our canine companions can develop this cancer too. This cancer is quite aggressive, so I wanted to share information with pet parents to raise awareness. Please consider sharing with other dog parents you know. Happy reading! Malignant Melanoma – … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: aspirate, biopsy, chemotherapy, cutaneous, digit, DNA, dysphagia, footpad, gingiva, gums, halitosis, lips, malignant, melanoma, metastasis, mucocutaneous, nail bed, Oncept, oral, palate, ptyalism, radiation, skin, stage, stertor, stridor, tongue, tumor, tyrosinase, vaccine

Stomatitis in Cats – A Profoundly Painful Dental Problem

2016-12-12 by CriticalCareDVM

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 to ensure you have the … [Read more…]

Posted in: Diseases Tagged: bartonella, calicivirus, extractions, FCV, feline, feline immunodeficiency virus, feline leukemia virus, FeLV, FHV-1, FIV, gingiva, gingivostomatitis, gums, halitosis, herpes, mucosa, plaque, ptyalism, stomatitis, tongue

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