Dog Diarrhea and Kidney Failure
Kidney failure is often the result of aging and may occur in small dogs from 10 to 14 years old. Larger dogs often experience kidney failure at an earlier age, from 7 years and older. Other causes of kidney disease in dogs are viral infections, cancer, parasites, autoimmune disease, reaction to medi......[Read More]
What Is Nuclear Sclerosis?
Nuclear sclerosis is a condition of the eyes which affects many animals and some humans. It is a hardening and sometimes discoloration of the lens of the eye. As you get older the lens of your eye becomes less flexible. The eye focuses by changing the thickness of the lens. For closer vision, the le......[Read More]
How Often Should a Dog Get Booster Vaccinations?
Just like people need vaccinations from time to time, dogs need booster shots throughout their lives. If a dog does not receive its booster shots, it could come down with a deadly disease. Stay informed about what booster shots your dog needs so that it remains protected and healthy. Talk to your ve......[Read More]
Protection For Horses From Mosquitoes
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends that horse owners implement safeguards to prevent animals’ exposure to mosquitoes--because the insects are known to spread the potentially fatal West Nile Virus (WNV).......[Read More]
Surgical Glue Applied
Enter the operating room and see a canine castration, more commonly known as dog neuter surgery. This procedure requires general anesthesia maintained with inhalation (gas) anesthetic. Many veterinarians also give IV fluids, monitor heart and respiratory rates, blood pressure, oxygen saturation leve......[Read More]
Dog Health Issues & Yeast
Your dog has begun to frequently paw at his ears, shake his head and chew his feet, and he smells bad. These are all signs of a potential yeast infection, which affects the skin and is particularly common in floppy ears. Yeast occurs naturally in the body, but when it overgrows, it can wreak havoc w......[Read More]
Panniculitis & Vasculitis
Panniculitis is the inflammation of the subcutaneous fat tissue. Skin nodules may be ulcerated and develop draining tracts. Vasculitis is structural damage to and inflammation of the vascular wall. Damaged blood vessels leak tiny amounts of blood.......[Read More]
The Protocol for Dogs With Lymphoma
Lymphoma is a cancer that affects the lymph nodes, liver and spleen. According to PetEducation.com, lymphoma is a fairly common cancer in dogs.......[Read More]
Elevated Liver Function in Dogs
The liver works to convert substances in the body to particles it can use. When a dog's liver is malfunctioning, it will cause several symptoms. These symptoms can be mild, masking the liver dysfunction in some instances. When the liver is malfunctioning, the systemic liver values will change. Testi......[Read More]
Dogs & Thyroid Disease
The thyroid gland produces thyroid hormones that regulate a dog's metabolism. Thyroid disease, also called hypothyroidism, occurs when a dog's body does not produce enough thyroid hormones. As a result, a dog can suffer from chronic skin conditions, lethargy and unexplained weight gain.......[Read More]
What Shots Are Required for Dogs?
Canine vaccinations are divided into two groups: core vaccines and non-core vaccines. Core vaccinations are required for your dog's optimum health. Non-core vaccinations depend on risk factors such as where your dog goes or spends her time and if she's around other dogs. Some vaccinations begin when......[Read More]
Bloody Nose in Dogs
A bloody nose (epitaxis) is when there is a continuous flow of blood dripping or running from the nose and not just a bit of blood sneezed up. A dog with a bloody nose needs to be supervised to be sure the nosebleed stops. You should call a vet if the nosebleed has not stopped or shows no signs of s......[Read More]
Is There a Blood Test for Epilepsy in Dogs?
When a dog has recurrent seizures over a long period of time (generally one or more per month), he is considered to be suffering from a lifelong condition called epilepsy. A single seizure, or even several in a short period, may not indicate epilepsy, but could be the result of other medical problem......[Read More]
Canine Influenza
The canine influenza virus is a relatively new virus that is easily transmitted from dog to dog. It can infect dogs at any time of the year. It is not currently known to be contagious to humans. If your dog comes into contact with an infected dog, or if you believe it may have canine influenza, talk......[Read More]
The Causes of Seizures in Dogs
Seizures in dogs can occur for many different reasons. Explore the various causes of canine seizures.......[Read More]
Diet Plans for Dogs With Kidney Diseases
When it comes to dog ailments, we've all heard about joint problems and cataracts, but dogs are also susceptible to many diseases we normally associate with humans, such as diabetes and kidney diseases. In addition to vet-prescribed medications, you can also introduce a new diet to dogs with kidney ......[Read More]
Gelatin for Arthritis in Dogs
Gelatin contains glycine, an amino acid that has anti-inflammatory and brain-protective properties. Adding plain, unflavored gelatin to a dog's food may prevent arthritis.......[Read More]
How to Perform Within Your Vocal Range
Learn the difference between your total and usable vocal range. Find out three ways to identify your usable range and how to take care of your voice.......[Read More]
A Very Large Autoclave
Oregon State College of Veterinary Medicine started out as a large animal facility. Veterinary students traveled to Washington State College of Veterinary Medicine for their small animal education. That was over twenty years ago. Now OSU has been transformed into a small and large animal state-of-th......[Read More]