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Sinusitis in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Sinusitis is inflammation of the maxillary, frontal, and sphenoid sinus linings, usually secondary to rhinitis, influenza, or facial trauma. It produces nasal discharge and breathing difficulty and is treated by clearing the sinuses and controlling infection.
Colds in Dogs and Cats (Upper Respiratory Infection): Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
A 'cold' in dogs and cats is an acute illness of the upper respiratory tract marked by nasal discharge, rapid breathing, and fever. It is often highly contagious and viral in origin, and is managed with supportive care and, when needed, antibiotics for secondary infection.
Abdominal Wall Hernia in Dogs and Cats
An abdominal wall hernia is a pouch of abdominal contents pushing through a defect in the belly wall under the skin. Small hernias can be pushed back, but trapped (strangulated) ones cause sudden pain and shock; treatment is surgical repair plus antibiotics.
Ascites in Dogs and Cats
Ascites is the abnormal buildup of fluid in the abdomen, a chronic condition that may be watery (transudate) or inflammatory (exudate). It causes a symmetrically swollen belly, weakness, and breathing difficulty; treatment targets the underlying disease plus fluid removal and a low-sodium diet.
Acute Pancreatitis in Dogs and Cats
Acute pancreatitis is sudden inflammation of the pancreas caused by its own digestive enzymes attacking the gland, with edema, bleeding, and necrosis. It causes sudden upper-abdominal pain, vomiting, and shock; treatment rests the pancreas, controls pain and infection, and corrects fluids.
Intussusception in Dogs and Cats
Intussusception is the telescoping of one segment of intestine, together with its supporting membrane, into an adjacent segment, blocking the bowel. It is especially common in dogs, particularly puppies. Signs include stubborn vomiting, bloody mucus stool, straining, and abdominal pain, and it is a surgical emergency.
Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis Syndrome in Dogs and Cats
Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis syndrome is a sudden, cause-unknown condition in dogs marked by acute vomiting and severe bloody, jelly-like diarrhea. Affected animals become depressed, feverish, and dehydrated; prompt fluid therapy and supportive care are essential.
Chronic Enteritis in Dogs and Cats
Chronic enteritis is a long-standing inflammation of the intestinal lining that leads to persistent diarrhea, poor nutrient absorption, and weight loss in dogs and cats. Causes range from infections and parasites to food allergies and immune-mediated disease; management combines dietary change with ongoing medical support.
Acute Enteritis in Dogs and Cats
Acute enteritis is a sudden inflammation of the intestinal wall that causes digestive upset, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and fever in dogs and cats of any age or breed. Young animals tend to be affected more severely; treatment focuses on rehydration, controlling vomiting, and treating the underlying cause.
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.