Pneumonia Pneumonia affects dogs and cats alike. This infection can be either primary or secondary in origin and is caused by bacterial or viral organisms. A deep chested, often productive, cough is the most common clinical symptom seen. A tentative
Periodontal Disease Most of the premolars in the dog have a wide diastema or space between their teeth while there is very little space between each of the molars and incisors. As is the case in man, when the teeth
Perianal Adenoma There are certain tumors that are stimulated to grow by the male hormone, testosterone. An example of this in the male is the tumor that exists around the anal area called the perianal adenoma or carcinoma. They are
Diseases – Onset Did you ever notice how quickly signs of illness seem to appear? This is especially dramatic in the very young or very old animal and especially in the feline species. Both the young and old show symptoms
Blood Transfusion Blood is made up of cells and a liquid. The cellular portion comprises approximately 35-45% of the total volume. When the cellular percentage drops below 10-12% a transfusion is considered. Although transfusions can be life saving there are
Aging – Cataracts There are several changes that are associated with the aging process in all mammals. One of these hallmarks of the aging process occurs in the lens of the eyes which will turn from a clear to a
