SEIZURES AND EPILEPSY – Canine

A seizure (convulsion) is the sudden transmission of nerve impulses from the brain that causes involuntary muscle activity. Epilepsy is a condition in which seizures occur periodically over the course of weeks or months. Treating any underlying conditions may...

SEBORRHEA – Canine

Seborrhea is a general term used to describe skin and hair that has excessive flaking or grease. While primary seborrhea is a rare inherited disease, most cases of seborrhea are secondary to other disease processes such as allergies, external parasites, infections,...

SCHIRMER TEAR TEST – Canine

A Schirmer tear test is a procedure that allows your veterinarian to determine if your pet is producing enough tears to keep the eyes healthy. Schirmer tear testing is used to diagnose a condition called keratoconjunctivitis sicca, more commonly known as dry eye. What...

SARCOPTIC MANGE – Canine

Sarcoptic mange (scabies) is an intensely itchy skin condition in dogs. It is caused by Sarcoptes scabiei, microscopic mites that penetrate the skin surface. The condition is highly contagious among dogs and is spread by direct contact. The mite may be transferred to...

ROUNDWORMS – Canine

Roundworms are parasites that live in the intestines of dogs and cats. Roundworm infections can be transmitted from animals to humans. Depending on the type of roundworm, pets can be infected by their mother during pregnancy or nursing, by eating roundworm eggs in the...

RODENTICIDE POISONING – Canine

Many mouse and rat poisons contain ingredients that can be toxic and even fatal to your pet. These toxins may cause blood clotting problems, nervous system problems, or kidney failure. Signs of poisoning include pale gums, bruising, bleeding from the mouth or nose,...