Thrombopathia in dogs is a rare blood disorder that affects the function of platelets or thrombocytes — the cells responsible for blood clotting. Unlike thrombocytopenia, which is a decrease in the number of platelets, thrombopathia is characterized by a dysfunction in platelet behavior, despite having a normal count. This condition…
Streptococcus zooepidemicus — also known as Strep zoo — is a highly contagious pathogen that can cause serious illness…
Ectropion in dogs is a medical condition that affects a dog’s eyes. It occurs when a dog’s lower eyelid…
Pica in dogs is a condition where the animal feels compelled to eat objects that are not food items.…
Selegiline is an FDA-approved drug used to treat cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CDS) — or dementia — and, occasionally, pituitary-dependent…
Gastroenteritis in dogs refers to an inflammation or irritation of the stomach and intestines. There are many possible causes,…
Mitral valve disease (MVD) — also referred to as degenerative mitral valve disease or endocardiosis — in dogs is…
Syringomyelia (SM) in dogs is a severe, chronic condition that affects the spinal cord. When fluid-filled cavities or cysts…
Hypoglycemia in dogs is the condition of having low blood sugar, which results in symptoms that mostly relate to an affected dog’s energy…