Umbilical Hernias in Puppies and Kittens
An umbilical hernia is a condition in which abdominal contents (fat, intestines, etc.) protrude past the abdominal wall at the location where the umbilical cord was attached to the fetus.
Tetanus in Pets (Lock Jaw)
We have all heard of tetanus shots and have some sense that we are supposed to periodically get them, especially after exposure to some sort of dirty wound or bite.
Ticks Are Arthropod Parasites for Mammals
Ticks are skin parasites that feed on the blood of their hosts. Ticks like motion, warm temperatures from body heat, and the carbon dioxide exhaled by mammals, so they are
Taenia Species Tapeworms in Dogs and Cats
After gaining some pet-owning experience, the average pet owner has heard of tapeworms transmitted by fleas and knows to watch for sesame seed-like segments around their pet’s nether regions or
Toothbrushing and Dental Prophylaxis in Cats and Dogs
Why Should I Brush My Dog’s Or Cat’s Teeth? Daily removal of plaque is the key to an oral hygiene program. Unless your pet’s teeth are brushed daily, plaque, which
Thrombocytopenia in Dogs and Cats
Platelets (thrombocytes) are produced in the bone marrow. Platelets circulate in the blood. When your pet gets cut, platelets stick to the edges of the cut and to one another,
Tremoring or Shivering in Dogs
Dogs are often brought in for tremoring or shivering episodes. The patient can be any age or any size. Tremors can involve only certain muscles or body areas or the
Traumatic Brain Injury in Dogs and Cats
If your pet has been involved in any event that may have caused head trauma, always see your veterinarian or an emergency practice for immediate attention. What Is a Traumatic Brain Injury?
Teeth Chattering in Dogs
Teeth chattering in dogs can be caused by several different things. Some veterinarians believe that the source of teeth chattering is usually dental or oral (mouth) pain until proven otherwise.
Snail Bait Poisoning in Dogs
Snails and slugs are frustrating garden pests wherever anyone is trying to grow tender flowers or ornamental plants. While effective non-toxic methods abound on the internet, snail bait and snail