In this immune-mediated condition, the body is attacking and destroying its own platelets. Platelets are a critical component of...

Discoid lupus erythematosus is an immune-mediated in dogs that causes changes to appearance of the nose and possibly the bridge of the...

Glomerulonephropathy is a term that encompasses conditions that lead to protein loss through the urine (proteinuria) due to kidney...

This condition is genetic in certain breeds of cats, such as Persians and Himalayans, for example o It is considered a heritable,...

This condition is fairly rare and is characterized by the deposition of amyloid (a protein) in the kidneys. The sequelae of this amyloid...

Lyme disease is an infection with a spirochete, Borrelia burgdorferiand is transmitted by the deer tick, Ixodex scapularis Not all dogs...

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) used to be called Kidney (or renal) failure; it is sometimes also called chronic renal insufficiency. This...

Undoubtedly, COVID-19 affected both people and pets in many ways. It seems that many pets are stressed now that their owners are...

You may have heard of a recent movement in veterinary medicine called “Fear-Free.” This includes encouraging veterinary staff to observe...

Feline Idiopathic Cystitis is one of the most common reasons for inappropriate elimination in cats. It is also one of the most common...

Noise phobia is characterized by fear of loud noises, such as thunderstorms and fireworks There are several medication options that can...

This condition is often congenital; it occurs because the portal vessel that do not close after birth and therefore, blood bypasses the...

This condition can occur in both dogs and cats. Clinical can vary; cats usually present for chronic vomiting and may have other...

Feline CCHS (cholangitis/cholangiohepatitis) is an inflammatory condition of the hepatobiliary system (liver/gallbladder). Oftentimes,...

This condition is due to an overabundance of bile/mucus in the gallbladder. It is more commonly seen in dogs. Clinical signs may be vague...

There are multiple types of valvular disease in dogs such as mitral or tricuspid valve disease, aortic stenosis and pulmonic stenosis....

There are various types of feline cardiomyopathies; the most common is hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). This condition is characterized...

Feline asthma is characterized as a hypersensitivity condition; it is caused by immune cell activation triggered by certain allergens....

Pleural effusion is the accumulation of fluid in the pleural space (which is in the thoracic cavity) It can cause clinical signs such as...

This is a condition that has only been documented in dogs, particularly in intact male dogs. Hyperandrogenism is caused by excessive...