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Coccidioidomycosis in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Coccidioidomycosis, also called coccidioidal granuloma, is caused by Coccidioides immitis. It usually presents as an acute, benign, asymptomatic, or self-limiting primary respiratory infection, occasionally disseminating to form focal lesions in skin, subcutaneous tissue, lymph nodes, bone, liver, kidney, meninges, brain, or other tissues.
Nocardiosis in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Nocardiosis is a zoonotic disease caused by Nocardia, mostly subacute or chronic suppurative, occasionally granulomatous. The bacteria enter through the respiratory, traumatic, or digestive routes and disseminate through lymph and blood to the whole body.
Actinomycosis in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Actinomycosis is a chronic suppurative granulomatous disease caused by Actinomyces. Lesions favor the face, neck, chest, and abdomen, spreading to surrounding tissue to form fistulas that drain pus containing sulfur granules. High-dose, long-course penicillin works for most cases; surgery to drain abscesses and remove fistulas is also needed. It is not contagious.
Tuberculosis in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Tuberculosis is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The bacterium can invade many organs but mainly the lungs (pulmonary TB). The clinical signs and treatment of TB in dogs and cats are described below.
Staphylococcal Infection (Staph) in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Staphylococcal disease is a group of acute or chronic infections caused mainly by Staphylococcus aureus and related species, presenting in many forms such as arthritis, tendosynovitis, pododermatitis, omphalitis, and staphylococcal septicemia. Staphylococcus intermedius is a key cause of canine pyoderma.
How Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Dogs Is Diagnosed
There are many causes of IBD in dogs, such as ordinary enteritis from improper diet, parasite-driven enteritis, and viral enteritis that generally needs antiviral treatment. This article explains the in-depth diagnostic workup used to confirm IBD.
How Lymphoma in Dogs Is Diagnosed
If lymphoma is suspected, the vet starts with a full history and physical exam, then adds tests to confirm lymphosarcoma and rule out other diseases. Fine-needle aspiration is the most common first step.
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in Dogs: What Owners Should Know
Rocky Mountain spotted fever is a tick-borne bacterial disease caused by rickettsia. Ticks must attach for 5 to 20 hours to transmit it. Fever, lethargy, and swollen joints are classic signs, and tick prevention is the best defense.
Common Human Foods That Are Dangerous for Dogs
Many everyday human foods are toxic to dogs, and even small amounts of xylitol, chocolate, grapes, onions, or alcohol can cause serious harm or death. This guide lists 16 foods to keep away from your dog, plus a few safe options you can share in moderation.
Can Cats Get Leukemia? (Feline Leukemia Virus)
Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is a usually fatal cat-only infection spread through saliva, bites, and shared dishes — never to people or dogs. There's no cure, but screening, isolation, and good hygiene prevent it.