POLYURIA AND POLYDIPSIA – Canine

Polyuria (PU) and polydipsia (PD) refer to excessive urination and excessive drinking, respectively. Polyuria and polydipsia can be associated with a variety of medical conditions. Polyuria and polydipsia are signs of illness, so the treatment depends on the...

PNEUMONIA IN DOGS – Canine

When the lungs are infected or inflamed, fluid and other material can accumulate, resulting in pneumonia. A variety of bacterial, viral, and fungal organisms can cause pneumonia in dogs. Pneumonia is treatable in most cases. However, if the dog is very young, very...

PICA AND COPROPHAGY – Canine

Pica is the eating of nonfood substances such as rocks and clothing. Coprophagy is the consumption of feces, and it is more common in dogs than in cats. When eaten, some objects may block the digestive tract and require surgical removal or retrieval with an endoscope....

PHYSICAL THERAPY AND REHABILITATION – Canine

Physical therapy and rehabilitation involve the use of therapeutic exercises to help patients recover from acute and chronic health conditions resulting from illness, trauma, or surgery. Physical therapy can reduce pain and improve joint range of motion. Physical...

PHENOBARBITAL LEVEL TEST – Canine

Phenobarbital is a medication that is used to control and prevent seizures. Pets requiring a phenobarbital level test need to have a blood sample drawn at the hospital. The test measures the level of phenobarbital in the blood to determine if the dose is within the...