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Hemothorax (Blood in the Chest) in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Hemothorax is blood collecting in the chest cavity from chest trauma, surgery, or a bleeding disorder, causing shock and labored breathing. It is an emergency treated by stabilizing the patient, draining the blood, and stopping the source.
Splenic Rupture in Dogs and Cats
Splenic rupture is tearing of the spleen from trauma or disease that causes internal bleeding into the abdomen. Signs include severe abdominal pain, pale gums, a rapid weak pulse, and a swollen belly; it is an emergency treated with fluids, blood transfusion, and splenectomy.
Gingivitis and Periodontitis in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Gingivitis and periodontitis are common gum diseases in dogs and cats that cause red, swollen, bleeding gums, bad breath, and eventual tooth loosening. They are managed by professional dental cleaning and at-home oral care.
Common Feline Oral Diseases and Care
The mouth is vital for cats - for food, water, and defense. Oral disease makes survival hard.
Cat Trauma: Diagnosis and Treatment
A car accident or trauma refers to injuries a cat suffers when struck by a moving vehicle such as a car, truck, train, or motorcycle. In addition, when a cat suffers human abuse, falls from a height, or is attacked by another animal, it can also lead to external trauma in the cat. The effects of trauma range from mild to life-threatening, and any body system can be affected.
What to Do for Anemia in Cats
Anemia refers to a low red blood cell count. It can be caused by many different blood problems, including blood loss, damaged red blood cells, and insufficient red blood cell production.
When Does a Dog Need Dental Surgery?
Dental surgery is a treatment or preventive measure for dental disease, mainly cleaning and polishing the dog's teeth. Note that no oral problem stays the same; on the contrary, the condition will continue to develop, making treatment more difficult, which also means a longer, more complex, and more expensive treatment process. In other words, when you need to properly treat your pet's dental disease, the earlier the better.
Understanding Mouth Ulcers in Cats
Mouth ulcers are a fairly common feline dental problem with causes that range from immune system weakness to diet, genetics, and infection. Signs include drooling, bad breath, and weight loss. Veterinary cleaning plus good home dental care keeps most cases under control.
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