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Osteomyelitis in Dogs and Cats
Osteomyelitis is infection and inflammation of bone and marrow, usually from bacteria entering through an open fracture, wound, or the bloodstream. It causes fever, pain, and lameness, and can lead to sepsis if untreated. Long-term antimicrobials and, sometimes, surgery are needed.
Fractures in Dogs and Cats
A fracture is a break in bone or cartilage from force such as a car hit or fall, and often damages nearby soft tissue. Signs include deformity, pain, and lameness; severe cases can paralyze. Veterinary resetting and fixation, plus rest, are the mainstays of healing.
Anaerobic Infections in Dogs and Cats
Anaerobic infections are caused by bacteria that grow without oxygen, producing tissue death, gas, and foul-smelling discharge. They often mix with pus-forming bacteria and can lead to gas gangrene, malignant edema, and late anemia or dehydration. Opening the wound to air and veterinary antimicrobials are key.
Abscesses in Dogs and Cats
An abscess is a pocket of pus walled off in any tissue or organ, usually from a bacterial infection. Shallow abscesses break and heal readily; deep ones can infect other organs. Draining and veterinary antimicrobials are the main treatments.
Cellulitis in Dogs and Cats
Cellulitis is a rapidly spreading infection of the soft tissue under the skin, usually from pus-forming bacteria. It causes hot, painful swelling and fever, and can progress to abscess or sepsis if untreated. Combined local and whole-body care stops spread.
Black Dots on Your Cat’s Skin: Folliculitis, or ‘Black Chin’ and ‘Stud Tail’
Black dots on a cat's skin are usually the early sign of folliculitis, like blackheads, driven by excess sebum, blocked follicles, and bacterial infection. On the chin it is called black chin, and on the tail stud tail or oily tail, both managed with gentle localized cleaning and diet adjustments.
Furuncles and Furunculosis in Dogs and Cats
A furuncle is a localized skin abscess around a hair follicle; repeated or widespread furuncles are called furunculosis. They appear as small, painful pus-filled bumps and can progress to deep pyoderma. Good hygiene, parasite control, and veterinary care limit spread.
Snake Bite Envenomation in Dogs and Cats
Snake envenomation occurs when a venomous snake bites a dog or cat, injecting toxin that can paralyze muscles, damage the heart, and stop breathing. Cobra-class bites can cause rapid heart failure and death. Immediate first aid and antivenom are vital.
Bee and Wasp Stings in Dogs and Cats
Bee and wasp stings inject venom that causes local swelling, pain, and bruising. Severe reactions can bring collapse, breathing failure, and even death. Removing the stinger and veterinary care for whole-body signs are key.
Chemical Burns in Dogs and Cats
Chemical burns are skin injuries from strong acids, alkalis, or phosphorus. Acids cause a thick, dry, leathery scab; alkalis penetrate deeply; phosphorus keeps burning and glows in the dark. Immediate flushing and veterinary care limit tissue damage.