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Veterinary Medicine : Pets & Animal
Hungry Dog & Cushing's Disease
Sometimes mistaken for the normal signs of aging in a dog, Cushing's disease is an endocrine disorder that causes a dangerous hormone imbalance in your dog's body. If your dog is constantly hungry, prone to infection and is losing hair, your veterinarian can run tests to see if Cushing's disease is
Dog Foot Infections
Dogs that are active and outdoors frequently, may suffer from wounds that may lead to foot infections, or they may develop fungal infections of the feet. A foot infection can make it uncomfortable for your dog to walk or run, and may eventually cause lameness.
Possible Causes of Acute Kidney Failure in a 2-Year-Old Dog
Some things can cause kidney failure even in young dogs.dog image by Mat Hayward from Fotolia.comAcute kidney failure, also known as acute renal failure (ARF), is when the kidneys suddenly stop functioning properly. This affects virtually all systems in the dog's body, and can quickly...
Understanding Vibrato
A healthy vibrato beautifies the voice adding a rich, unique tonal quality. Discover what vibrato is and what makes an attractive one.
Musicals A Vampire Would Love
From thrillers to comedy horrors, musicals have them all. These six musicals have supernatural themes that even a non-human would love.
Dog Distemper Symptoms
Distemper symptoms in dogs generally begin within a week after the initial infection, and additional symptoms begin to appear after the first week as the virus begins to attack multiple biological systems. Pet owners must notify their veterinarian if they suspect distemper in their dog, but first an
"Cleo" The Visionary
From your Guide: Author Jim Willis was one of the first contributing authors on this site and has contributed an incredible library of animal stories and poems over the years to this site. In this piece, Jim provides a tribute to animals lost in a devastating fire 2 years ago and updates us on where
Scorpions and Pets
A viewer who recently moved to Arizona asked about her pet cats and scorpions. What are the effects of a sting, and what should she do in the event of a scorpion sting? I can't classify this as a
2007 Pet Food Recall Information & Timeline
This is the page to find information, news and a general timeline of the pet food recall events, since first reported in the Veterinary Medicine blog March 17, 2007.
Heart Murmur Treatment in Dogs
Heart murmur does not indicate imminent heart failure. The murmur, a result of turbulent blood flow in the heart valves, may become more severe as your dog ages. Treatment is based on the severity of the murmur.
Canine Blood Transfusion Procedures
Like humans, dogs may sometimes require blood transfusions as part of a medical emergency. Unfortunately, there are very few canine blood banks in existence. Canine blood transfusion is further complicated by the fact that canines have far more blood types than humans and are therefore harder to mat
Winter Nose in Dogs
Some dogs' noses seem to change color depending on the change of the seasons. Dogs that have this happen usually have a pink or light brown change starting at the middle of the dog's nose and extending out to the nostrils or even beyond. People call the condition "winter nose" or "snow nose."
Bo the Mastiff - on the couch
Westminster Dog Show 2008 - Spotlight. As part of the veterinary medicine coverage of the 2008 Westminster Kennel Club show, dogs and handlers that have a "veterinary story" to tell will be featured on this site. This spotlight is on Bo, a Mastiff who was mauled by his father at 10 months
Canine Discospondylitis & MRSA
Together, canine discospondylitis and MRSA create an infection cocktail that can quickly incapacitate a beloved family pet. Discospondylitis, a form of bone infection that involves the intervertebral spinal discs, adjacent bony vertebral end plates and vertebral bodies, originates either in the bloo
How to Diagnose Kennel Cough in Dogs
The cause of kennel cough can range from a bacteria to dust, but if your dog has been in contact with other dogs, it is possible you may diagnose kennel cough. Dogs catch kennel cough when they inhale bacteria, virus, or other substances into their lungs, causing them to "cough". Here are
Pneumonia Symptoms in Dogs
Pneumonia symptoms in dogs may come on gradually, but they nearly always include breathing difficulty and a cough. Congestion and fever may also occur. Pneumonia is frequently caused by infection, however any fluids or diseases which irritate the lungs can also lead to pneumonia. No matter what the
Peripheral Vestibular Syndrome in Dogs
Peripheral vestibular syndrome is the term for several conditions affecting the vestibular system, including geriatric vestibular syndrome, vestibular disease, vestibular syndrome and idiopathic vestibular syndrome. Understanding vestibular disease, its causes, symptoms and treatment, is important f
Why a Dog Passes Little White Balls in Urine
You may have noticed that your dog has been urinating frequently and only a little each time. On the other hand, maybe your dog started accidentally urinating in the house, despite years of being housebroken. Alternatively, the dog may be listless or disinterested in normal activities. Any way it ha
How do you cope with killing your dog?
Losing a pet to old age, illness or injury is never easy, even when the pet is "put to sleep" as gently as possible. As if the loss itself isn't enough, many
Uno politely begging at the table of the Sporting Group judge, Elliot Weiss
Westminster Dog Show 2008 - Photos of the places, people and dogs. Learn about the dogs and their handlers from a veterinary perspective; traveling with dogs, pet therapy, training and health of dogs involved in the professional dog show circuit.