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Bile Duct Inflammation (Cholangitis) in Dogs

Canine cholangitis is a rare inflammation that affects the liver, bile ducts, and gallbladder. The most common cause of cholangitis is an infection that ascends from the intestinal tract to the liver

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 15, 2022

4 min read

Cat

Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) in Cats

Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) is a viral disease in cats which results in inflammation of the lining of the abdominal wall (peritoneum), although it may affect many other body structures as well.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 15, 2022

7 min read

Dog

Mammary Gland Tumors in Dogs

Mammary gland tumors (MGTs) result from the uncontrolled growth of mammary gland (breast) cells, which group together to form lumps in the mammary glands.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 14, 2022

4 min read

Cat

Feline Odontoclastic Resorption Lesions (FORLS) in Cats

Feline Odontoclastic Resorptive Lesions (FORLs) are a condition of unknown origin where a cat’s tooth erodes.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 14, 2022

4 min read

Dog

Addison’s Disease (Hypoadrenocorticism) in Dogs

In a dog with Addison's disease (hypoadrenocorticism), the adrenal glands fail to produce stress hormones due to damage to the adrenal gland or the pituitary gland.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 11, 2022

7 min read

Cat

Antifreeze Poisoning (Ethylene Glycol Toxicosis) in Cats

Ethylene glycol, commonly found in antifreeze, is found in a wide variety of household products and is toxic to cats and dogs.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 11, 2022

5 min read

Horse

Hoof Thrush in Horses

Thrush is a common bacterial infection of horse hoof tissue caused by Fusobacterium necrophorum.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 11, 2022

4 min read

Cat

Noise Aversion in Cats

Noise aversion is a phobia triggered by loud sounds, and is a common condition in dogs. In cats, it is poorly understood and its incidence is unknown.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 10, 2022

5 min read

Dog

Walking Dandruff (Cheyletiellosic Mange) in Dogs

Cheyletiellosic mange, or walking dandruff, is an uncommon parasitic infestation of Cheyletiella sp. mites in dogs.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 10, 2022

4 min read

Cat

Feline Panleukopenia Virus (Distemper) in Cats

Feline Panleukopenia (FPV), also known as distemper, is a highly contagious viral infection in cats.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 10, 2022

5 min read

Dog

Demodectic Mange in Dogs

Demodectic mange occurs when large numbers of Demodex mites infest a dog’s skin. When small in number, Demodex mites are considered a normal part of the canine biome.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 10, 2022

6 min read

Dog

Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome (BAS) in Dogs

Brachycephalic airway syndrome (BAS) is a group of anatomic deformities of the airway system common in dogs with flat, pushed-in faces.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 10, 2022

6 min read

Cat

Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) Deficiency in Cats

Thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency is a rare, life-threatening condition where inadequate levels of vitamin B1 are available to the cat’s body systems.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 10, 2022

4 min read

Dog

Grape or Raisin Poisoning in Dogs

Grape toxicosis is poisoning caused by the ingestion of a toxic dose of grapes, raisins, or currants.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 9, 2022

5 min read

Cat

Demodectic Mange in Cats

Demodicosis is a form of mange caused by parasitic Demodex spp. mites. It differs from sarcoptic mange and notoedric mange, or “feline scabies”, which are caused by Sarcoptes spp. mites.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Nov 8, 2022

6 min read

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