Peptic Ulcer in Dogs and Cats
Peptic ulcers are chronic sores that form in the stomach or duodenum when digestive acid erodes the protective mucosal lining. Affected dogs and cats show reduced appetite, vomiting (sometimes with blood), abdominal pain after eating, dark tarry stools, and weight loss; perforation can lead to sudden, life-threatening peritonitis.
Gastric Hemorrhage (Stomach Bleeding) in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Gastric hemorrhage is bleeding from the stomach lining in dogs and cats, causing vomiting of blood, black tarry stool, and anemia. It is an emergency treated with volume replacement, bleeding control, and veterinary-directed care.
Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV) in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Gastric dilatation-volvulus is a life-threatening bloating and twisting of the stomach in dogs and cats, causing sudden abdominal swelling, retching, and distress. It is an emergency requiring immediate decompression and surgery.
Gastric Foreign Body in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
A gastric foreign body is an indigestible object lodged in the stomach of a dog or cat, causing vomiting, pain, and weight loss. It is removed by a veterinarian, sometimes surgically, with antibiotics to prevent infection.
Chronic Gastritis in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Chronic gastritis is long-term inflammation of the stomach lining in dogs and cats, causing intermittent vomiting, poor digestion, and weight loss, especially in older pets. It is managed with diet, protective medications, and veterinary-directed treatment.
Acute Gastritis in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Acute gastritis is sudden inflammation of the stomach lining in dogs and cats, causing vomiting and abdominal pain, especially in puppies. Most cases improve with veterinary care, fluid support, and temporary fasting.
Salivary Gland Inflammation (Sialadenitis) in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Sialadenitis is inflammation of the salivary glands in dogs and cats, caused by stones, viruses, or bacteria, leading to swollen, painful glands and fever. It is treated by addressing the cause, reducing inflammation, and veterinary-directed antibiotics.
Esophageal Obstruction in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Esophageal obstruction is a blockage of the food pipe in dogs and cats, often from a swallowed bone or other object, causing distress, drooling, and regurgitation. It is an emergency relieved by veterinary removal of the object.
Esophageal Dilatation in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Esophageal dilatation is widening of the esophagus in dogs and cats that impairs movement of food, causing regurgitation and weight loss. Congenital and acquired forms are managed with special feeding techniques and veterinary care.
Esophagitis in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Esophagitis is inflammation of the esophagus in dogs and cats, usually from acid reflux or irritation, causing painful swallowing, drooling, and vomiting. It is managed with veterinary care, protective medications, and a soft diet.
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