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Difficulty Delivering Kittens (Dystocia) in Cats

Dystocia in cats is a difficult birth that requires human assistance. Dystocia occurs with prolonged pregnancy, stalled labor, maternal systemic illness, or fetal distress.

The Vetster Editorial Team

May 26, 2023

5 min read

Cat

Progressive Retinal Atrophy in Cats

Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) in cats is a genetically inherited condition that destroys retinal cells required for vision. PRA inevitably leads to blindness. PRA is caused by a variety of genetic defects and is most common in Abyssinian and Persian cats.

The Vetster Editorial Team

May 26, 2023

3 min read

Dog

Fungal Infection (Cryptococcosis) in Dogs

Cryptococcosis is a fungal infection in dogs caused by fungus from the Cryptococcus genus. Exposure usually occurs through ingestion or inhalation of fungal spores found in soil or avian droppings.

The Vetster Editorial Team

May 26, 2023

4 min read

Dog

Water Mold Infection (Pythiosis) in Dogs

Pythiosis is an infection caused by Pythium insidiosum, an aquatic organism similar to a fungus. This organism is commonly found in stagnant water, and is particularly common in sub-tropical climates.

The Vetster Editorial Team

May 26, 2023

4 min read

Horse

Choke in Horses

Choke is an esophageal obstruction caused by poorly chewed food or other material that gets stuck in the throat of horses. Unlike choking in humans, the airway is not compromised, therefore choke is not immediately life-threatening in horses.

The Vetster Editorial Team

May 25, 2023

8 min read

Cat

Fatty Tissue Tumors (Lipomas) in Cats

Fatty tissue tumors are masses of cells which develop under the skin in cats and are primarily composed of fat. They are soft to the touch, round, and not anchored, so they tend to move freely when pressed.

The Vetster Editorial Team

May 24, 2023

4 min read

Dog

Congestive Heart Failure in Dogs

Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a common syndrome in dogs caused by heart dysfunction that leads to fluid build up in the chest cavity. Common symptoms of CHF are coughing, increased respiratory rate and effort, and exercise intolerance.

The Vetster Editorial Team

May 19, 2023

5 min read

Cat

Skin Abscesses in Cats

An abscess in cats is a localized collection of pus inside a cavity; abscesses can occur anywhere in the body, but this article focuses on subcutaneous abscesses. Punctures in the skin seal over quickly, trapping bacteria, which then multiplies.

The Vetster Editorial Team

May 19, 2023

6 min read

Cat

Mammary Inflammation (Mastitis) in Cats

Mastitis in cats is inflammation of the mammary gland(s). Mastitis can be caused by a bacterial infection or during weaning if there is a buildup of milk in the gland(s).

The Vetster Editorial Team

May 19, 2023

4 min read

Cat

Prostate Cancer in Cats

Cancer of the prostate gland occurs when collections of cells of the prostate divide uncontrollably. Prostatic tumors are very rare in cats, but more common in dogs and because of this, much of what we know about this condition in cats comes from data about dogs.

The Vetster Editorial Team

May 19, 2023

4 min read

Dog

Tumor of the Thymus in Dogs

Thymoma in dogs is a rare cancerous tumor of the thymus, a glandular organ located in the upper chest. The cause of thymoma is unknown. Thymoma can be classified as invasive or non-invasive.

The Vetster Editorial Team

May 18, 2023

5 min read

Cat

Acromegaly in Cats

Acromegaly in cats is a disease caused by a growth hormone-secreting tumor of the pituitary gland. Excessive growth hormone affects the entire body, causing abnormal growth of the internal organs (organomegaly), and sometimes the bones of the face and feet.

The Vetster Editorial Team

May 18, 2023

5 min read

Cat

Vestibular Disease in Cats

Vestibular disease in cats is a syndrome in which the balance system of the brain and middle ear is disrupted, causing incoordination. Symptoms include uncoordinated gait (ataxia), rapid eye movements (nystagmus), loss of balance, and head tilt.

The Vetster Editorial Team

May 18, 2023

5 min read

Cat

Lead Poisoning in Cats

Lead poisoning in cats is caused by the presence of toxic amounts of lead in the body. When lead poisoning does occur in cats, it is thought to be from self-grooming of lead-containing particles from the fur, but in most cases, there is no known exposure.

The Vetster Editorial Team

May 18, 2023

5 min read

Cat

Fungal Infection (Coccidioidomycosis) in Cats

Coccidioidomycosis in cats is a systemic infection caused by inhalation of dust-borne fungal spores of Coccidioides immitis or Coccidioides posadasii. Coccidioides is endemic in dry, desert areas and outbreaks commonly occur after dust storms.

The Vetster Editorial Team

May 18, 2023

5 min read

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