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Dog

Gallstones in Dogs

Gallstones are solid formations of bile and other compounds that coalesce in or near the gallbladder. Gallstones occur when the chemical makeup of bile is altered, or when the movement of bile is disrupted

The Vetster Editorial Team

Dec 2, 2022

6 min read

Dog

Epilepsy in Dogs

Canine epilepsy is a disorder where abnormal, uncontrolled electrical activity in the brain causes seizures.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 24, 2022

8 min read

Cat

Glaucoma in Cats

Glaucoma is a collection of disorders that damage the retina and optic nerve, leading to vision loss.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 23, 2022

5 min read

Cat

Addison's Disease (Hypoadrenocorticism) in Cats

Addison’s disease (hypoadrenocorticism) is a condition which occurs as a result of a shortage of stress hormones produced by the adrenal cortex.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 23, 2022

6 min read

Cat

Acid Reflux (Gastric Reflux) in Cats

Gastric, or acid, reflux is when stomach contents leak backwards into the esophagus. This leaking of stomach acid causes inflammation of the esophagus (esophagitis).

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 23, 2022

5 min read

Cat

Epilepsy in Cats

Epilepsy is a chronic neurologic disorder characterized by repeated seizures happening over weeks, months, or years.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 23, 2022

5 min read

Horse

Osselets (Fetlock Arthritis) in Horses

Fetlock arthritis (aka “osselets”) in horses is inflammation of the fetlock joint and surrounding tissues. This condition is common in performance and racehorses.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 23, 2022

4 min read

Horse

Failure of Passive Transfer in Foals

Failure of passive transfer (FPT) is the inadequate intake of colostrum (from the mother’s milk) within 24 hours of birth, leading to inadequate provision of antibodies to the foal.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 22, 2022

5 min read

Cat

NSAID (Ibuprofen) Poisoning in Cats

NSAID poisoning in cats describes the serious condition where cats ingest a toxic dose of Non-Steroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs).

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 22, 2022

7 min read

Horse

Inflammatory Airway Disease (IAD) in Horses

Inflammatory airway disease (IAD) is an inflammatory condition that affects a horse's lower respiratory tract.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 21, 2022

4 min read

Dog

Hernias in Dogs

A hernia is a swelling caused by abdominal contents bulging out due to a defect in the surrounding muscles. Most hernias are either present at birth or result from injuries

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 19, 2022

5 min read

Cat

Bile Duct Obstruction and Related Diseases (Cholestasis) in Cats

Cholestasis is a reduction in bile flow or production from the liver. Bile functions to neutralize stomach acid as it enters the intestines, assists in digestion of fats, and excretion of other metabolites

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 19, 2022

4 min read

Cat

Chronic Kidney Disease (Renal Failure) in Cats

Chronic kidney disease is the irreversible loss of kidney function over a period of a minimum of 1-3 months. This disease is permanent, progressive, and fatal but quality of life may be enhanced with treatment

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 16, 2022

5 min read

Horse

Equine Encephalitis Viruses (EEE, VEE, and WEE) in Horses

Equine encephalitis viruses are a group of severe, life-threatening infections affecting the brain.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 16, 2022

5 min read

Dog

Zinc Poisoning in Dogs

Zinc is commonly found in household metal objects, as well as in batteries, vitamin supplements, paints, and certain ointments (e.g. sunscreen and diaper rash cream).

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 16, 2022

6 min read

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