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Common Poisonous Plants Affecting Dogs and Cats
Lilies, castor beans, cycad palms, rhododendrons, azaleas, laurels, yews, crocuses, foxgloves and oleanders are among the most common poisonous plants for cats and dogs.
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Causes of Fever for Canine and Feline Pets
Fever in the dog or cat can be caused by many different disease processes. Successful treatment depends on finding the cause. Antibiotics may or may not be indicated.
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Treating Canine Kidney Disease & Kidney Failure
Appropriate treatment of chronic kidney disease or kidney failure in the dog can slow the progression of the disease and increase the quality of life for the affected pet
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Kidney Disease in Dogs – Nephrotic Syndrome
Nephrotic syndrome, often a result of glomerulonephritis or renal amyloidosis, causes excessive protein loss through the kidneys and is a form of kidney disease in dogs.
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Glomerulopathies – Glomerulonephritis in Dogs
Glomerulonephritis, inflammation within the canine kidney which causes protein loss, is one of the most common causes of kidney disease and even kidney failure in dogs.
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Lyme Disease Vaccination in Dogs
A dog which is exposed to ticks may be a candidate to receive vaccination for canine Lyme disease but tick control is the most important factor in preventing disease.
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Preventing Lyme Disease in Dogs
Tick control is the cornerstone of Lyme disease prevention in dogs, although there are vaccines available that provide protection against infection with the disease also.
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Testing for Lyme Disease in Dogs
In a sick dog, a positive Lyme disease test indicates a need for treatment. When a healthy dog tests positive, the proper course of action is more difficult to determine.
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Treatment Options for Canine Demodectic Mange
Demodectic mange in dogs may require no treatment in some cases. When treatment is necessary, options include amitraz dips (Mitaban® dips), Promeris®, or ivermectin.
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Canine Influenza Vaccination
Canine influenza is a non-core vaccination which should only be used in dogs at risk of exposure. The vaccine may be particularly helpful in shelter or kennel situations.
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Canine Influenza Virus Infection
Canine influenza is a contagious respiratory disease similar to other flu viruses and is most commonly seen in areas where large numbers of dogs are housed together.
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Vaccinating Dogs for Canine Kennel Cough
Canine kennel cough is a multifactorial disease and vaccines against Bordetella and other infectious agents which affect the respiratory tract are used to protect dogs.
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Hypoglycemia in the Diabetic Dog and Cat
Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, usually occurs in diabetic pets as a result of an insulin overdose. Symptoms include weakness, tremors, collapse and seizures.
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Treating Feline Idiopathic Interstitial Cystitis
Stress plays a large role in the development of feline idiopathic interstitial cystitis. Multimodal environmental modification is effective in reducing stress in cats.
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Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs
Canine diabetes mellitus is primarily controlled through insulin therapy. Treating diabetes in dogs also requires a consistent diet and monitoring of blood glucose levels
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Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes in dogs causes increased thirst, increased urine volume and weight loss.Canine diabetes mellitus almost always requires insulin therapy for successful treatment.
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Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs and Cats
Blood glucose curves and fructosamine levels are used to diagnose and monitor canine and feline diabetes.Solitary blood glucose measurements are deceptive and misleading.
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Treating Canine and Feline Diabetes Mellitus
Blood glucose curves are often used to help monitor and regulate diabetes mellitus in cats and dogs. This test allows evaluation of the efficacy of treatment of diabetes.
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Diabetes Mellitus in Cats
Treating feline diabetes most often involves insulin administration, dietary control and frequent monitoring of blood glucose levels using various methods of testing.
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Types of Insulin for Diabetic Dogs and Cats
There are several types of insulin commonly used to treat feline and canine diabetes. These include Vetsulin®, glargine (Lantus®), NPH, and detemir (Levemir®) insulin.
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Canine Kennel Cough
Canine kennel cough is common in dogs in crowded or stressful situations, is multi-factorial in nature, is characterized by a deep cough and is extremely contagious.
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Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis in Dogs
Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis causes severe and life-threatening vomiting, diarrhea and dehydration in dogs. Fluid replacement is the most important part of treatment.
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Canine Gastroenteritis
Canine gastroenteritis is literally defined as inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract of the dog, has many causes, and usually results in vomiting, diarrhea or both.
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Treatment Options for Sarcoptic Mange in Dogs
Sarcoptic mange, or scabies, in dogs can be treated with a number of different medications, including ivermectin, selamectin, moxidectin, milbemycin or amitraz.
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Distichiasis, An Eye Disease in Dogs
Distichiasis is an eye disease in the dog wherein extra eyelashes or hairs cause irritation to the canine eye. Treatment involves removing the offending eyelashes/hairs.
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