We are all familiar with the drugs dog at the airport, but who would have thought of using sniffer dogs in clinics? Yet dogs such as labradors are now not only being used to catch dealers, they are also helping doctors screen and diagnose disease. A dog has 220 million smell receptors,...
Skin problems in dogs are relatively common, but they can be challenging to diagnose, as there are myriad causes for dog skin issues. If you notice that your dog's skin is red, itchy, or crusty or has open sores or if your dog is losing hair, it is important to have your pet exami...
An ultrasound can indicate if your dog is suffering from pneumothorax, which occurs when there is air in the chest cavity. The veterinarian may also insert a needle into the chest to diagnose pneumothorax and provide emergency treatment for it. In serious cases, chest tubes might be needed, an...
Cancer risk in IBD: How to diagnose and how to manage DALM and ALM. World J Gastroenterol 2011; 17(27): 3184-3191 URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/1007-9327/full/v17/i27/3184.htm DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.3748/wjg.v17.i27.3184 ...
Other causes of interdigital cysts in dogs: Food allergy Environmental allergies Yeast infection Mites Excess weight that puts pressure on the feet and between the toes Poor foot conformation You don’t need a vet to diagnose this but you can visit if you’re really not sure or if you want...
What Tests Are Available to Diagnose Pancreatitis in Dogs? There is not one specific test that shouts out, “yes, the dog has pancreatitis because this result says so.” However, a combination of diagnostic testing, clinical judgment, and patient history points to a diagnosis of acute pancreatit...
Understanding how lupus is diagnosed can be helpful in deciding when and how to obtain the right short or longer-term life insurance. Read more: Is lupus a critical illness? Lupus is not an easy disease to diagnose. There isn’t a definitive lab test that can indicate that you have lupus...
With a weak immune system, papillomas may not shrink and can cause additional problems like secondary infections and discomfort. And just like in humans, some papillomavirus lesions can turn into cancer. Diagnosing and treating dog warts The best way to diagnose any skin mass is via histopathology...
such as cancer, can disrupt the metabolic process and lead to bruising; or in rare cases, the immune system can attack the blood platelets, which are responsible for clotting. All of these possible causes should be looked at when trying to determine the root cause of your dog's bruising. ...
pain when urinating, or licking of the area that they might not otherwise do.Urinary tract infections are bothersome and disturbing illnesses in pets. Some symptoms may signify something worse like bladder cancer which is why it’s important to take your dog to the vet if you notice any chang...