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Congenital Oral Deformities in Cats

Congenital oral deformations in cats are a series of defects of the mouth. Conditions that fall under this classification include cleft palate, cleft lip, malocclusions (abnormal alignment of teeth), over/under bites, delayed loss of baby teeth, and abnormal tooth enamel development.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Feb 3, 2023

6 min read

Dog

Coonhound Paralysis (Polyradiculoneuritis) in Dogs

Polyradiculoneuritis (PRN), also known as coonhound paralysis, is a condition in dogs where the immune system attacks the nervous system resulting in inflammation of nerves, primarily in the legs. The cause of most forms of PRN is unknown, but coonhound paralysis is linked to a reaction to raccoon saliva.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Feb 3, 2023

5 min read

Cat

Liver Tumors and Cancer in Cats

Abnormal growth of cells (tumors) in the liver and bile system can be either benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous and prone to spread). Liver tissue, bile ducts and the gallbladder all have the potential to grow tumors in cats.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Feb 3, 2023

5 min read

Dog

Hookworms in Dogs

Hookworm disease describes infection with Ancylostoma or Uncinaria parasites. Hookworms are intestinal parasites and symptoms vary depending on the different species, age of onset, and severity of the worm burden.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Feb 3, 2023

5 min read

Cat

Anal Sac Disease in Cats

The anal glands (AGs) are two small pouches located on either side of the anus. The glands produce secretions that are stored, then deposited on the feces during the passage of a stool.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Feb 2, 2023

4 min read

Horse

Iron Poisoning (Hemachromatosis) in Horses

Iron poisoning is a potentially life-threatening condition that occurs when there is an excess of iron in a horse's system.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Feb 2, 2023

5 min read

Dog

Testicular Tumors in Dogs

Testicular cancers arise from uncontrolled production of testicular cells and are the most common type of genital tumor in dogs. They are the second most common type of tumor affecting intact males overall.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Feb 2, 2023

5 min read

Horse

Big Head Disease (Oxalate Toxicosis) in Horses

Oxalate toxicosis occurs when horses ingest a toxic dose of oxalates, which are naturally occurring acid compounds that can be found in a number of plant species. Once ingested, the oxalate acids bind to calcium in food sources, preventing absorption of calcium by the body.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Feb 1, 2023

5 min read

Dog

Oral Resorptive Lesions in Dogs

Oral resorptive lesions in dogs occur when the hard tissues of the tooth root are destroyed by cells called odontoclasts, leaving a pocket in the tooth. These lesions usually occur where the root and the crown meet, but can occur anywhere on the root.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Feb 1, 2023

4 min read

Horse

Retained Baby (Deciduous) Teeth in Horses

Retained deciduous (or baby) teeth occur when the adult teeth do not push the overlying baby teeth out of the gums as they grow. Normally, the baby teeth become thin, forming a cap on the underlying permanent tooth, and fall off between 2.5 - 4.5 years of age.

Dr. Jenna Thebeau

Feb 1, 2023

4 min read

Horse

Dental Disease in Horses

Dental disease is a common condition in horses, and includes gingivitis, periodontal disease, tooth decay, tooth fractures, and loose or missing teeth. Senior horses are particularly predisposed to developing dental disease.

Dr. Madison Ricard

Feb 1, 2023

5 min read

Horse

Sorghum Poisoning (Cyanide Toxicosis) in Horses

Cyanide toxicosis, also known as sorghum poisoning, is an uncommon condition that occurs when horses ingest toxic levels of plants that contain cyanogenic glycosides. The most common cause of cyanide toxicosis in horses is ingestion of sorghum plants.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Feb 1, 2023

5 min read

Dog

Dental Disease in Dogs

Dental diseases are a variety of conditions affecting the mouth, teeth, gums, and tooth support structure. This is incredibly common in dogs with approximately 80% of dogs experiencing some form of dental disease by the age of two.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Feb 1, 2023

4 min read

Horse

Ryegrass Staggers in Horses

Ryegrass staggers occurs when horses ingest a toxic dose of ryegrass contaminated by fungal or bacterial toxins. Lolium, or ryegrass, is a type of grass found worldwide, commonly used in pastures, lawns, and for soil erosion control.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Jan 30, 2023

4 min read

Horse

Moldy Sweet Corn Poisoning (Fumonisin Toxicity and ELEM) in Horses

Fumonisin toxicosis is a life-threatening condition that occurs when horses ingest fumonisin, a fungal toxin produced by Fusarium verticillioides or F. proliferatum fungi which grow on sweet corn.

The Vetster Editorial Team

Jan 30, 2023

4 min read

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