diarrhea

Giardia

Giardia

Giardia is a parasite that can live in the intestines of mammals, birds, and amphibians. Not all dogs show signs of this parasite, but when they do, it is unpleasant. The most common symptom is diarrhea.

Pancreatitis in Dogs

Pancreatitis in Dogs

Pancreatitis is defined as “inflammation of the pancreas”. Most likely, you have heard of this condition in humans, but maybe you didn’t know that this can also occur in dogs (and cats!). The pancreas is integral for the digestion of foods, producing enzymes that digest foods, and producing insulin. It is a busy little organ!

Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis (HGE) in Dogs

Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis (HGE) in Dogs

Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis (HGE) has, in recent years, been renamed Acute Hemorrhagic Diarrhea Syndrome (AHDS), but you will hear veterinary personnel use either term. The term hemorrhagic gastroenteritis basically means inflammation of the stomach and intestine with bleeding. HGE is a life-threatening condition that occurs when large amounts of fluid or blood seep into the gut.

Much Ado About Pumpkin

Often we get questions from clients about what things they can do for their pets prior to coming to the clinic or when problems occur over the weekend.