Ectopic Ureters in Dogs and Cats
What is it? An ectopic ureter is a birth defect in which one or both ureters in the kidneys connect to an abnormal location. This defect leads to the most
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De-Skunking Your Dog or Cat
Getting sprayed by a skunk happens to curious dogs who stick their noses into places that annoy skunks. It happens to cats, too, just not nearly as often. Unless your
Dry Eye (Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca) in Dogs and Cats
(Dry eye is formally known as keratoconjunctivitis sicca or KCS) Why Tears are Good We can all imagine the discomfort of dry, irritated eyes and the soothing that is provided
Distichiasis Requires Permanent Eyelash Removal in Dogs
Distichiasis is quite common in dogs. Distichiasis is a condition in which extra hairs grow out of the eyelash area. It happens when there are two or more hairs growing
Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Dogs and Cats
Ketoacidosis is one of the most extreme complications of diabetes mellitus that can be experienced. Unfortunately, most cases of ketoacidosis are in patients that were not previously known to be
Diabetes Mellitus: Introduction
ake-Homes for Pet Diabetes: What is Diabetes Mellitus? In order to understand the problems involved in diabetes mellitus it is necessary to understand something of the normal body’s sugar metabolism. The
Diarrhea and Vomiting: First Aid
Diarrhea is the frequent evacuation of watery stools. Vomiting is the forceful expulsion of stomach contents through the mouth. What to Do Diarrhea and vomiting can quickly lead to serious
Demodicosis (Red Mange) is Caused by Mites on Dogs
Demodicosis (red mange, demodectic mange) is a skin disease caused by a small mite not visible to the naked eye. This mite lives down in the root of the hair.
Demodectic Mange in Dogs
The Culprit – Demodex Canis Demodectic mange, also called demodicosis, is caused by one of the microscopic mites of the Demodex genus. Three species of Demodex mites have been identified in dogs: Demodex canis, Demodex cornei, and Demodex injai. The
Dental Care and What to Expect
Root canals, dental x-rays, braces, crowns, caps, implants, and periodontal surgery for pets? You must be kidding! Not at all. Dental procedures are performed daily in veterinary practices. How does