Pericardial Diseases and Cardiac Cancer: The pericardium is a sac that surrounds the heart and serves to protect the heart and major vessels. When diseased it can cause life-threatening restriction of the ventricles. Pericardial effusion (fluid in the sac) is the most common type of pericardial disease. This may result […]
Valvular diseases in pets
The heart contains four valves: mitral valve (left AV)- the valve between the left atrium and left ventricle tricuspid valve (right AV)- the valve between the right atrium and right ventricle aortic or left semilunar valve-the valve between the left ventricle and aortic valve pulmonic or right semilunar valve-the valve […]
Cardiomyopathy in dogs
Listed below are several of the more prevalent cardiac diseases of dogs. This is article is intended to be used as a summary of some of the common cardiac diseases. The article was not written by a cardiologist and is for general knowledge only. Please consult with your veterinarian for […]
Cardiomyopathy in cats
Listed below are several of the more prevalent cardiac diseases of cats and dogs. This is article is intended to be used as a summary of some of the common cardiac diseases. The article was not written by a cardiologist and is for general knowledge only. Please consult with your […]
Canine Urolithiasis
Urolithiasis is a disease caused by the presence and effects of uroliths (stones) or calculi or excessive amounts of crystals in the urinary tract. The disease is referred to by many names, including cystitis, urethritis, urinary calculi, bladder stones, or kidney stones. As in humans, these stones and crystals can […]
Chronic kidney failure in dogs
Chronic kidney failure, CIN, is the most common form of kidney disease in dogs and among the most common causes of death in older dogs. Unfortunately, chronic disease progresses over a period of years and often goes unnoticed by even the most vigilant owners. When signs finally appear, the disease […]
Canine kidney disease
The kidney are organs which maintain the balance of certain chemicals in your dog’s blood while filtering out the body’s wastes as urine. The kidneys also help regulate blood pressure, help regulate the production of calcium and phosphorus metabolism, and produce a hormone that stimulates red-blood-cell production called erythropoiten. As […]
Canine heartworm disease
What is it? Canine heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal disease of dogs. Long white worms, technically known as Dirofilaria Immitis, are the cause. Adult worms, which reach a length of 6-14 inches, live in the right side of the heart and in the adjacent large blood vessels. A […]
Gastric dilatation-volvulus
Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV) is an acute, life threatening disorder that is a medical and surgical emergency. Early recognition and treatment are essential for a successful outcome. Gastric dilatation refers to distension of the stomach, usually with swallowed air. Gastric dilatation may or may not be complicated by volvulus. GDV occurs […]
Birds feeding guide for pet birds
Feeding caged birds The exact nutritional requirements of caged birds are unknown, in spite of claims to the contrary by some product manufacturers, retailers and breeders. Far too much emphasis has been placed on seed and nut diets for caged birds. They represent a relatively nonperishable convenience for bird owners […]