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Stomach and Intestinal (Peptic) Ulcers in Cats

Peptic, or gastrointestinal, ulcers are crater-like lesions in the lining of the stomach or intestines. GI ulcers occur either when stomach acid production is increased, or when there is damage to the protective lining of the tract.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 20, 2023

5 min read

Cat

Roundworms in Cats

Roundworms (otherwise known as nematodes or ascarids) are a common type of internal parasite that regularly infects cats. While infection rarely causes illness in healthy cats, a heavy worm burden can cause serious health issues such as pneumonia or intestinal blockage.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 20, 2023

7 min read

Horse

Gastric Ulcers (ESGUS and EGGUS) in Horses

Gastric ulcers are sores inside the lining of the stomach. In horses, two types of gastric ulcers have been identified: upper and lower. Ulcers found in the upper area of the stomach are often caused by intense performance demands or stress.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 19, 2023

6 min read

Horse

Moon Blindness (Equine Recurrent Uveitis) in Horses

Equine Recurrent Uveitis (ERU), or moon blindness, is an uncommon condition affecting horses, characterized by inflammation within the eye that occurs repeatedly. ERU cycles through periods where it is active, aggressive, and painful, as well as mild phases which often show no symptoms.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 16, 2023

4 min read

Cat

Botflies (Cuterebriasis) in Cats

Botflies are large, bee-like insects, whose larvae cause cuterebriasis in cats. Cuterebriasis occurs when botfly larvae grow to maturity in a cat’s skin, resulting in large, soft swellings

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 16, 2023

5 min read

Dog

Lice (Pediculosis) in Dogs

Lice infestation, also known as pediculosis, describes parasitic infestation of the skin and hair with different species of lice. Infestation is more commonly seen in young, debilitated, and malnourished dogs.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 15, 2023

4 min read

Cat

Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in Cats

Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF) is a tick-borne bacterial disease commonly seen in dogs and humans that is rarely found in cats. RMSF transmission occurs through bites from infected ticks.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 15, 2023

5 min read

Cat

Whipworms in Cats

Whipworms, a parasitic species from the genus Trichuris, infect the digestive tract of cats and release their eggs through the stool into the environment. Once the eggs mature for 9-21 days, they become infectious.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 14, 2023

4 min read

Cat

Tapeworms in Cats

Tapeworms are a common gastrointestinal parasite in cats. Tapeworms are transmitted by ingestion of fleas or raw meat infected with tapeworms. Tapeworm infections are normally asymptomatic but occasionally result in weight loss, abdominal distension, anal itch, vomiting, or diarrhea.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 13, 2023

5 min read

Dog

Nasal Mites in Dogs

Nasal mites (Pneumonyssus caninum) are a species of parasitic arachnids commonly found in the nasal cavity of dogs. Nasal mites affect up to a quarter of the canine population in some areas.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 10, 2023

4 min read

Cat

Dislocated Kneecap (Luxating Patellas) in Cats

Patellar luxation is a condition that affects the kneecap, causing it to dislocate either towards the inside or outside of the leg. In cats, this disorder is usually hereditary and develops gradually with age.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 10, 2023

5 min read

Cat

Hip Dysplasia in Cats

Hip dysplasia in cats describes abnormal development of the hip joint, resulting in excessive movement of the joint within its socket. Hip dysplasia is a lifelong, degenerative condition, where excessive movement of the joint gradually wears away bone and cartilage in the affected joint.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 10, 2023

4 min read

Dog

Tracheal Collapse in Dogs

Tracheal collapse (TC) in dogs is a progressive condition affecting the trachea (windpipe). The trachea is held open by cartilage rings and TC describes weakening of the cartilage which results in narrowing of the windpipe, leading to obstruction of the upper airway.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 10, 2023

5 min read

Dog

Roars (Laryngeal Paralysis) in Dogs

Laryngeal Paralysis (LP) describes dysfunction of the nerves controlling the vocal folds in the throat. This paralysis leads to subsequent partial blockage of the windpipe in dogs.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 10, 2023

6 min read

Cat

Laryngeal Paralysis in Cats

The larynx, or voice box, is the part of the throat located at the entrance of the trachea (windpipe). Laryngeal paralysis can cause partial or complete upper airway obstruction, which can lead to breathing difficulties.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Mar 8, 2023

6 min read

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