Definition and Causes Chronic bronchitis is usually a non-infectious, inflammatory condition affecting the lining (mucosa) of the large airways (the trachea and bronchi) that results in a cough on most days
What is Bronchitis? Most of us have heard of bronchitis, and most of us have probably suffered from it at some point. The bronchi are the larger airways through which
What is chondrodystrophy? Chondrodystrophy is the abnormal development of cartilage. It causes the long bones of the body to grow at an abnormal rate and results in shortened legs. What
Chagas disease is an infectious disease caused by a microscopic parasite called Trypanosoma cruzi. This parasite cannot infect mammals on its own and instead is spread by an insect called the kissing
Cellulitis is a painful inflammation of the tissue under the skin. In animals, it is generally caused by a bacterial infection that has entered the skin from a cut, open
Owners may notice their pet is disoriented, bumping into objects and struggling to find food and toys. These all may be signs of blindness. There are many potential causes of
What is Cannabidiol? Plants make many different chemicals called phytochemicals, many of which have positive medical benefits. Cannabis sativa, commonly known as marijuana, produces over 500 other phytochemicals. The most recognized
Canine heartworms, Dirofilaria immitis, are parasitic worms that pose a serious threat to dogs. These long, slender worms live in the pulmonary arteries (and, occasionally, within the heart) of dogs and
Body language in dogs is all about communication. Since dogs can’t form words, they use body language to “talk.” This includes different body postures, facial expressions, movements, and types of
One way to find out how serious a bite may be is to acknowledge that different levels of bites exist. Bite levels range from minor to so severe they lead