by OnlineCTS | Aug 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
Diabetes insipidus occurs when the body is unable to produce an adequate amount of the hormone vasopressin (also called anti-diuretic hormone [ADH]). Affected dogs drink excessively because they lose excessive amounts of fluid through urination. With treatment, dogs...
by OnlineCTS | Aug 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
A dexamethasone suppression test is used to help diagnose Cushing disease (a condition involving the adrenal glands) in dogs. Cushing disease affects the way the body produces the hormone cortisol, which has many functions in the body. Dexamethasone suppression...
by OnlineCTS | Aug 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
Gastrointestinal parasites can cause serious illness in pets, and some parasites can infect humans. Deworming involves administering medication to treat and control gastrointestinal parasites. Your veterinarian can recommend the most appropriate deworming medications...
by OnlineCTS | Aug 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
Dewclaw removal may be recommended if the dewclaw is deformed or if extra dewclaws are present. Dewclaw removal may also be recommended for hunting or working dogs or if there is a risk of trauma to the toe. Dewclaw removal is frequently performed when pets are very...
by OnlineCTS | Aug 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
Addison’s disease occurs when the body cannot produce adequate amounts of certain hormones, including a hormone called cortisol. Desoxycorticosterone pivalate (DOCP) is an injectable medication used to help manage Addison’s disease. Most pets with Addison’s disease...
by OnlineCTS | Aug 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
Dental radiography is painless, very safe, and noninvasive. Dental radiography is useful for evaluating tooth roots and surrounding bone. Sedation or anesthesia is necessary so that your pet can be properly positioned for dental radiography. What Is Dental...
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