MALASSEZIA DERMATITIS – Feline

Malassezia dermatitis is a yeast infection of the skin. It varies in severity from a mild itch to severe skin changes (in its most severe form, the skin thickens to resemble an elephant’s skin). It is usually secondary to a problem such as allergies or hormonal...

LYMPHOMA (LYMPHOSARCOMA) – Feline

Lymphoma, or lymphosarcoma, is a cancer of the lymphocytes, which are a type of white blood cell associated with the immune system. The exact cause of lymphoma is unknown. Cats that are positive for feline leukemia virus (FeLV) are more likely to develop lymphoma than...

LIVER DISEASE TESTING – Feline

Liver disease is a very general term used to describe several conditions that can damage liver cells. Diagnosis of liver disease may require a combination of several tests. If liver disease progresses, it can eventually lead to decreased liver function, liver failure,...

LITTERBOX TRAINING YOUR CAT – Feline

Cats are usually easy to litterbox train because they prefer to bury their waste. Cats may refuse to use the litterbox if something about it is unappealing. If you are having trouble litterbox training your cat, let your veterinarian know. Basic Training Cats are...

LIPOMA – Feline

A lipoma is a benign (noncancerous) mass made of fat cells. These lumps may appear just under the skin anywhere on the body or inside the chest and abdomen. Middle-aged and older female dogs are more likely to have lipomas. All skin lumps should be examined by a...

LICK GRANULOMA – Feline

A lick granuloma is a thickened, hairless area of skin that results from excessive, repetitive licking or chewing. Signs of a lick granuloma include brown-stained hair around the lesion and an area of thickened skin that may be inflamed, infected, or ulcerated. The...