by OnlineCTS | Aug 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
Congestive heart failure is a condition in which a cat’s heart cannot deliver sufficient blood to the body. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (a thickening of the heart walls) is one of the more common causes of this condition in cats. Signs include difficult or rapid...
by OnlineCTS | Aug 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
Many common food items or household products can sicken or even kill animals. Be aware of what substances may be toxic to your pet, and store and use them safely. If you think your pet has eaten something poisonous, call your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline...
by OnlineCTS | Aug 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
Colitis is a condition in which the colon, the last portion of the digestive tract, is inflamed. Dogs and cats may experience colitis for a few days or for many months. Signs of colitis include diarrhea with mucus and/or fresh blood, straining to defecate, and...
by OnlineCTS | Aug 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
Cognitive dysfunction (CD) in dogs and cats can be compared with Alzheimer’s disease in humans, although the conditions are not identical. Before diagnosing CD, your veterinarian may recommend diagnostic testing to rule out other medical conditions that can cause...
by OnlineCTS | Aug 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
Coccidiosis is an intestinal condition caused by a single-celled parasite. Dogs and cats swallow cysts containing the parasite from contaminated environments, usually during grooming. Signs of coccidiosis include watery diarrhea with blood or mucus, and possibly...
by OnlineCTS | Aug 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
Chronic ear infections may involve bacterial or yeast overgrowth in the external, middle, or inner ear. Chronic infection can permanently damage the ear canal and cause pain, neurologic signs, and deafness. Ear infections are usually secondary to an underlying...
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