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Horse

Cancer in horses

Cancer is a group of diseases that causes changes in normal cell growth where cells begin to multiply chaotically. This multiplication of cells can form masses which can impede the normal function of the body.

Aug 17, 2021

1 min read

Horse

Carpitis in horses

Carpitis is inflammation of the soft connective tissues on the surface of the bones of the carpus of a horse. The horse carpus is the equivalent of the human knee joint. This inflammation can involve the fibrous joint capsule, synovial membrane, and associated ligaments and bones of the carpus.

Aug 17, 2021

2 min read

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Contusions in horses

Contusions also known as bruises are caused by blunt trauma to a horse's head, body or leg. When a horse takes a direct blow to its body, the underlying structures (like muscles and blood vessels) can be damaged or broken.

Aug 17, 2021

2 min read

Horse

Girth gall in horses

Girth galls in horses are skin sores that develop due to the friction between the girth (or harness) and the horse. Galls are also named girth blisters.

Aug 17, 2021

2 min read

Horse

Heart disease in horses

Heart disease in horses is a very serious condition. The heart is a vital organ of the body and it pumps oxygenated blood and nutrients throughout the body. Early diagnosis and treatment can manage the symptoms and delay or slow down the progression of the condition, however, left untreated it can be fatal.

Aug 17, 2021

2 min read

Cat

Ear Mites in Cats

Ear mites are a common parasite found in the ear canal of cats. These microscopic creatures live on the surface of the skin, feeding on skin oil and ear wax.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 3, 2021

5 min read

Cat

Diarrhea in Cats

Diarrhea in cats is not uncommon. Diarrhea can be caused by allergies to food, food intolerance, toxic ingestion, parasite infection, or by eating something that the cat shouldn’t have.

Mar 3, 2021

1 min read

Cat

Diabetes Mellitus in Cats

In feline diabetes, the body’s cells do not respond to insulin, the major hormone that regulates cellular absorption of blood sugar

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 3, 2021

7 min read

Cat

Dental Disease in Cats

Dental disease is an umbrella term for a number of disorders that affect the teeth, gums, and tooth support structures. In cats, the most common forms are gingivitis, periodontal disease, and tooth resorption (FORLs).

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 3, 2021

7 min read

Cat

Corneal Ulcers (Ulcerative Keratitis) in Cats

Ulcerative keratitis is a type of inflammation of the cornea: the transparent surface of the eye. A corneal ulcer is the loss of specific cells produced by the outermost layer of the cornea.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 3, 2021

5 min read

Dog

Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) in Dogs Version

Osteochonditis Dissecans (OCD) is a developmental condition where a flap of cartilage breaks off from the end of the bone, and lodges in the joint, triggering inflammation and pain. Osteochondrosis (OC) describes the abnormal development of cartilage which leads to OCD.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Feb 20, 2021

4 min read

Dog

Arthritis (Osteoarthritis) in Dogs

Arthritis is a general term referring to damage and inflammation of joints. Osteoarthritis (OA) in dogs is a chronic, progressive form of this disease resulting in pain and reduced mobility.

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Feb 20, 2021

6 min read

Dog

Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease in dogs

Legg-Calve-Perthes disease is a disease that causes degeneration of the femoral head spontaneously. It is also known as avascular or aseptic necrosis of the femoral head.

Feb 20, 2021

1 min read

Dog

Hypertrophic Osteopathy in dogs

Hypertrophic Osteopathy is a bone disease where new bone information appears in the limbs of a young growing dog. Although the exact mechanisms of the inflammation is poorly understood, it is thought to be an immune-mediated disorder.

Feb 20, 2021

1 min read

Dog

Hip Dysplasia in Dogs

Hip dysplasia occurs when the hip joint develops in an abnormally loose manner, creating chronic instability in the hip joint.

Feb 10, 2021

5 min read

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