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Health Issues A-Z

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Acral Lick Granuloma
Links to this condition commonly referred to as Lick Granuloma, or lick sore.

Allergic Dermatitis
Exceptionally good site covering the various types of skin allergies, the diagnosis, treatment options, and prognosis.

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Bladder Stones -

Urinary Stones (Urolithiasis) - General
Also known as "bladder stones", this is an excellent site, complete with photos of stones, radiographs, and ultrasound images.

Urinary Stones - Calcium Oxalate
This site is very well written - complete with photos of actual stones and radiographs of stones in a dog.

Blastomycosis
 

Bloat - See Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus

Borreliosis SEE (Lyme Disease)
Links to information on the tick-borne disease commonly known as Lyme Disease.

Bordatella - see Kennel Cough

Brucellosis
Overview of this disease which can cause infertility and abortion in dogs. For more information on Brucellosis, please see Zoonotic Diseases.

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Pancreatitis - Q & A
Veterinary Q & A on this disease in dogs (and cats).

Cancer
Links to information about different cancers and treatment options.

Cataracts
Q & A from the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO).

 

Canine Cognitive Dysfunction
Also known as "dog Alzheimer's" or "old dog diseas

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Cheyletiella (Mites)
Overview of this skin parasite, commonly known as Walking Dandruff.

Cheyletiella (Mites)
Overview of this skin parasite, from the Winn Feline Foundation (general mite information applies to dogs, too).

Cheyletiella in Humans
Article discussing human infestation with feline Cheyletiella mites.

Coccidiosis
Information on this protozoal intestinal parasite in an easy-to-understand question and answer (Q & A) format.

Coccidiosis
Excellent Q & A on this common intestinal parasite of dogs and cats.

Colitis
Informative overview on this condition; which is, generally speaking, large bowel inflammation. (There are many causes for this.)

Craniomandibular Osteopathy (CMO)
Excellent coverage of this skeletal condition seen in young terriers, also known as "lion jaw".

Cushing's Disease (Hyperadrenocorticism)
Good overview of this complex disease and the diagnostic tests available.

Cushing's Disease - Signs
Straightforward signs to watch for that could indicate Cushing's Disease.

Cuterebra Species
Life cycle information with photos, from University of Penn School of Veterinary Medicine.

Cuterebra (Warbles) in a Tree Squirrel
Excellent photo essay about this parasite, similar to the Cuterebra seen in cats.

 

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Demodectic Mange

Demodectic Mange

Demodectic Mange

(Demodex)
 

Dermatophytosis (Ringworm)
Interesting historical perspective on ringworm, in addition to how veterinarians diagnose and treat this fungus in pets.

Diabetes Insipidus
Excellent description of this complex disease; also treatment options and resource information for additional information.

Diabetes Mellitus
Exceptional site on diabetes in pets! Concurrent diseases, such as Hyperthyroidism and Cushing's Disease are also covered.

Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)
Good overview on this complicated bleeding disorder that is often secondary to other diseases.

Distemper
Symptoms and prevention of this viral disease in dogs, and how to assess your pet's health. From the AVMA.

Dysplasia

A comprehensive look into one of the most prevelant genetic afflictions.

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ear Infections
photo tutorial on how to properly restrain a pet for cleaning the ears, and how to clean the ear canals.

Elbow Disease
Ununited Anconeal process (UAP), fragmented medial coronoid process (FCP), and osteochondrosis of the humerus (OCD).

Elbow Registry
Discussion of elbow displaysia and breed incidence

Elbow - Fragmented Medial Coronoid Process (FCP) of the Ulna
Tales of the (arthro)scope

Endocardiosis
Good overview of this degenerative heart condition

Eosinophilic myositis (and other immune-mediated diseases)
Good synopsis of the is autoimmune disorder involving the muscles. (Scroll 2/3 down page).

Epilepsy - Alternative Treatments
Diet and nutraceuticals are addressed in the control of epilepsy.

Epilepsy - Genetics
Idiopathic Epilepsy and canine inheritance.

Epilepsy - Living With An Epileptic Dog
Excellent tips and hints for care of the Epileptic dog - everything from how to give a pill, traveling, emergency situations, and daily monitoring.

Epilepsy - Canine Resources
Excellent resource for owners of epileptic dogs — support and information about epilepsy, drugs, vaccinations, genetics, and other issues related to owning an epileptic pet.

Ehrlichiosis
Consise Q & A on this tick-transmitted disease and information on the tick that transmitts it - the Brown Dog Tick.

Ehrlichiosis - A Silent and Deadly Killer
Very in-depth discussion about this disease - for pet owners and veterinarians.

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Fibrocartilaginous Embolization
Also known as spinal infarct, this is an excellent description of this condition, complete with diagrams.

Fleas
Click here to learn to all about fleas.

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Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus? (Bloat)
Brief overview of this gastric emergency, presented by BarkBytes?.

Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus? - Recent Findings
Incidence and risk factors of this condition, from Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine.

Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus? Research Program
 

Giardia
What Giardia is, how it is diagnosed, how it is treated, and how to protect your pet.

Giardia
How to protect your dog from this diarrhea-causing protozoan.

Glaucoma
Detailed overview of this eye disease in dogs for pet owners. Discussion covers both primary (inherited) and secondary glaucoma.

Glaucoma
Excellent information about this disease. Geared to veterinarians about glaucoma - complete with photos, breed charts, and medication information.

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Heartworm?
More information.

Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis (HGE)
 

Hookworm
 

"Hookworms and Why Dogs are Kept off Beaches"
Excellent Q & A on Hookworms, including a diagram of the life cycle of this intestinal parasite. (Cat information is included in this article

Hepatic Disease SEE liver disease in dogs.

Hip Dysplasia
Links to information on hip dysplasia in dogs.

Hyperadrenocorticism SEE Cushing's Disease.

Hypoadrenocorticism (Addison's Disease)
From VetInfo?. Concise, easy to understand overview of this disease.

Hypothyroidism - Detailed Overview
Technical data, clinical signs, genetic considerations, treatment, and reference information.

Hypothyroidism - General Overview
By Roe Froman, DVM. Covers all aspects of this common canine hormonal disorder.

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Illness-related Anxiety Also known as Geriatric Separation Anxiety.

 

Incontinence (Urinary)
Article by Thomas K. Graves DVM, discussing congenital (present at birth) and acquired (as a result of disease or injury) loss of bladder control.

Incontinence (Urinary) - SleePee-Time? Beds
Infectious Tracheobronchitis - see Kennel Cough

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Excellent 3-part article on this complex gastrointestinal disease.

Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)
Thorough discussion of this condition, complete with diagrams that aid in explanation.

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Laryngeal Paralysis
Diagrams help explain this breathing condition also known as "roaring".

Legg-Calve-Perthes’? Disease
This condition, also known as Aseptic or Avascular Necrosis of the Femoral head, is a hip disease that primarily affects small breed dogs.

 

Leptosporosis
 

Leishmaniasis
Technical article about this tropical protozoan disease of humans and animals.

Leishmaniasis
 

Lice (Pediculosis)
From PetEducation?.com. Good article discussing types of lice, life cycle, and treatment.

Lick Granuloma
Licking of the paw area causes a large sore and how to treat it.

Lick Granuloma
More information on this condition, from Vet Info.

Liver Disease
Normal liver function, liver disease, diagnostic procedures, and general treatment/management options are discussed.

Liver Disease - New Approaches
 

"Lion Jaw"
Excellent coverage of this skeletal condition seen in young terriers, also known as Craniomandibular Osteopathy (CMO).

Lyme Disease Foundation
Excellent resource site for Lyme Disease and other tick-borne diseases.

Lymphoma - Treatment Protocol Comparison
From the Veterinary Information Network (VIN). .

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Mammary Tumors in Dogs and Cats
From Histovet, Surgical Pathology.

 

Mast Cell Neoplasia
 

Mast Cell Tumors in Dogs
 

Mast Cell Tumors in Dogs
From the Clinical Oncology Service at the Veterinary Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (VHUP).

Megaesophagus
 

Megaesophagus
Definition of this condition from the Encyclopedia of Canine Veterinary Medical Information.

Megaesophagus Diet Suggestion
Recipe (using dog's normal food) to help keep dog from regurgitating.

Myasthenia Gravis
Current research on this disease, both autoimmune and congenital forms.

Mange - Cheyletiella
Commonly known as Walking Dandruff.

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Osteochondrosis Dessicans (OCD)
 

Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD)
 

Osteosarcoma - General Overview
Bone Cancer

Osteosarcoma - Personal Account
A personal account of osteosarcoma in a greyhound. (See also: Cancer)

Otitis Externa
Photo tutorial on how to properly restrain a pet for cleaning the ears, and how to clean the ear canals.

Pancreatitis
What Veterinarians look for when diagnosing this difficult disease - signs, and treatment.

Pancreatitis
What to watch for with this disease, both acute and chronic forms. Also, dietary management.

Parasitology - General
Excellent parasitology resource from the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine.

Pannus (Chronic Superficial Keratitis)
From the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO). Concise, easy to understand explanation of this condition, complete with photo.

Pannus (Chronic Superficial Keratitis)
Detailed information about Pannus, and the treatment options for this ocular condition.

Parvovirus - General Overview
Easy to understand, detailed discussion on this viral disease in dogs. From All Creatures Animal Hospital.

Parvovirus - General Overview
Informative article on this killer disease, from the AVMA.

Parvovirus - General Overview
Concise and easy to understand article on canine Parvovirus.

Pemphigus
Overview of the various types of Pemphigus, from Vet Info.

Pemphigus Foliaceus
Excellent overview with photos (nose, feet), from Skinvet.com.

Pemphigus Foliaceus
Brief overview of this disease, with a more detailed description of the "tissue bank" set up at Texas A & M University for the future study of Akita skin disease.

Pemphigus Vulgaris
A more serious form of Pemphigus. This site is directed towards Veterinarians, so the language used is technical, with in-depth discussions on drug therapy. Good photos depicting typical skin lesions.

Pyometra (Uterine Infection)
Uterine diagrams, radiograph, and surgical photos are used to help explain this disease (infection) of the uterus.

Pyometra (Uterine Infection)
Surgical photos and a radiograph of a pyometra patient. Post-operative care is also discussed.

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Rabies
From the Center for Disease Control (CDC).

Rabies
Overview of this fatal zoonotic disease, including a Shockwave animation detailing rabies transmission to humans.

Facts About Ringworm

Roundworm
What these worms look like, how they are transmitted

Roundworm
From Novartis Animal Health. photos of roundworm specimens, life cycle diagram, and treatment options.

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Salivary Mucocele
Also known as salivary cyst, learn .

 

Salivary Sialocele (Mucocele)
A Question and Answer format about this condition and treatment, from VetCentric?.

Salivary Sialocele Slide Show
From the Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine.

Sarcoptic Mange
Concise, easy-to-understand, overview of this parasitic disease (with photos), from the Animal Dermatology Specialty Clinic.

Sarcoptic Mange
Diagram of this parasite, along with photos of a dog and cat with this disease, help the viewer understand the condition caused by this parasite. Treatment is also discussed.

Sarcoptic Mange
Detailed discussion of this mite infestation in humans, complete with photos and diagrams.

Spinal Infarct
Also known as Fibrocartilaginous Embolization, this is an excellent description of this condition, complete with diagrams.

(Canine) Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome CSTSS
A disease with extremely rapid onset, similar to human Toxic Shock Syndrome. Click here for latest news on this disease.

STONES (bladder)

Sunburn (Solar Dermatitis)
Excellent description with phone of sunburn in a pet and what you can do to prevent damage from the sun.

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Teeth - Dental Health
Learn more about what causes bad breath, how dental health affects the overall health of the body, and what you can do to keep your pet's teeth and gums healthy.

Tick Overview
Discussion of types of ticks (hard, soft) and life cycles, from Larisa Vredevoe, Ph.D, Deparment of Entomology, University of California, Davis.

Tick Removal
Forget the hot match technique. Find out how to safely remove a tick. From PetView?.com.

Toenail Trimming - Dogs
Excellent photo tutorial on how to trim a dog's nails. From Washington State University.

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Ununited anconeal process
Fragmentation of the coronoid process (FCP), ununited anconeal process (UAP), osteochondritis dissecans (OCD).

Urinary Incontinence
 

Uterine Infection (Pyometra)
Uterine diagrams, radiograph, and surgical photos

Uterine Infection (Pyometra)
 

Uveitis
A photo and discussion of this eye inflammation, from the ACVO 

Uveitis

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Vestibular SyndromeCommon in middle aged to geriatric dogs, this syndrome is characterized by staggering, circling, and head tilt.

Vestibular Syndrome

 

von Willebrand's diseaseInformation on this bleeding disease of dogs (and

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