Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is an extreme complication of numerous already life-threatening conditions leading to the deregulation of the body’s natural mechanisms of blood clotting and blood clot dissolving. In
House dust mites (Dermatophagoides farinae, Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus) are bugs that are in every home, and some pets are allergic to them. Because these mites are very small, they cannot be
(Also called DLE, Nasal Solar Dermatitis, or Collie Nose) Lupus – What is this Disease? Lupus is an immune-mediated disease stemming from your own immune system reacting against your own
Canine distemper virus, also referred to as CDV, canine morbillivirus, and hardpad disease, is a highly contagious disease affecting not just dogs but many animals. Distemper occurs worldwide, and dogs
Diskospondylitis is a bacterial or fungal infection of the disks between the vertebrae (intervertebral disks). This infection can occur in any area of the spinal column, and it can occur
Can pet diets cause heart problems? Yes. Thirty years ago, veterinarians recognized deficiency of an amino acid (taurine) as the most common cause of dilated cardiomyopathy in cats. Cats are unable to
The diaphragm is a thin muscle that separates the organs in the chest (heart, lungs) from the organs in the abdomen. It is also involved in breathing: when the diaphragm
Compulsive and repetitive behaviors are a variation of normal behaviors such as eating, walking or self-grooming. The behaviors may appear out of context in a repetitive, exaggerated, or ritualistic way. These are commonly observed in species of
Many people love to take their dog on errands and fun adventures in the car. Some even take their cats. Some dogs and cats become anxious in the car with
Chocolate may be America’s favorite flavor. We like chocolate candy, ice cream, chocolate drinks, chocolate cakes, and just about anything with chocolate. We may want to share our favorite treat