Abnormal Heart Rhythm in Dogs
Sinus Bradycardia in Dogs Sinus bradycardia (SB) is indicated by a slower-than-normal rate of impulses in the sinus node. Also called the sinoatrial node (SAN),…
Author: Michael D'Abruzzo
K9-1 Offers Various Tips for Howdini
K9-1 offered various dog advice for internet “how to” company Howdini. Train a puppy to sit: How to brush a dog’s teeth: How to clean…
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) in Dogs
Shock Lung in Dogs Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) refers to a condition of sudden respiratory failure due to fluid accumulation and severe inflammation in…
Adrenal Gland Cancer (Pheochromocytoma) in Dogs
Pheochromocytoma in Dogs A pheochromocytoma is a tumor of the adrenal gland, which causes the glands to make too much of certain hormones. This can…
Anemia Related to the Immune System in Dogs
Immune Mediated Anemia The immune system in a dog is made up of a collection of specialized cells, proteins, tissues, and organs, which all constitute…
Anemia Due to Chronic Kidney Disease in Dogs
Erythropoietin (EPO) is a glycoprotein hormone, produced in the kidneys, that controls the production of red blood cells. For development and maturation of red blood…
Anemia Due to Bone Marrow Failure (or Toxicity) in Dogs
Aplastic Anemia in Dogs Bone marrow plays a pivotal role in the origination and constant replenishment of important cells like red blood cells (RBCs), granulocytes…
Anemia Due to Deformed Red Blood Cells in Dogs
Anemia, Metabolic (Anemias With Spiculated Red Cells) in Dogs Metabolic anemia in dogs occurs as the result of any underlying disease related to the kidney,…
Antibodies that Attack Blood Cells at Lower Temperatures in Dogs
Cold Agglutinin Disease in Dogs The term agglutinin refers to an antibody that causes antigens, such as red blood cells or bacteria, to adhere to…
Anal Sac Disorders in Dogs
Image via iStock.com/mpikula Dogs have anal sacs on either side of the anus that fill with fluid produced by the anal glands. This fluid is…
Anxiety and Compulsive Disorders in Dogs
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in Dogs Compulsive disorder is characterized by a repetitious, relatively unchanging sequence of activities or movements that has no obvious purpose…
Abortion in Dogs
There are numerous reasons for why pet owners would like to prevent pregnancy in their pets. There are numerous reasons for why pet owners would…
Abnormal Growths in the Lower Intestines of Dogs
Rectoanal Polyps in Dogs Rectoanal polyps is characterized by the growth of flap-like protrusions in the anal and rectal walls. The polyps may be directly…
Accumulation of Air Between Chest and Lungs in Dogs
Pneumothorax in Dogs Pneumothorax is the medical term for an accumulation of air in the pleural space, the area between the chest wall and the…
Bacterial Infection (Pyelonephritis) of the Kidneys in Dogs
Pyelonephritis in Dogs Pyelonephritis is a bacterial infection of the renal pelvis, the funnel-like part of the ureter in the dog’s kidney. Normally, if pyelonephritis…