Urinary Tract Obstruction in Cats and Dogs
Urinary obstruction occurs mostly in male cats, but dogs and female cats may also be affected. It is a medical emergency and owners will most commonly see their animal straining to urinate, producing little or no urine each time.
Urinary Tract Obstruction in Cats and Dogs
Urinary obstruction occurs mostly in male cats, but dogs and female cats may also be affected. It is a medical emergency and owners will most commonly see their animal straining to urinate, producing little or no urine each time. The obstruction occurs in the urethra, the tube that leads out of the body from the bladder. The urinary tract may be obstructed by something inside the urethra, from something compressing on the urethra or inflammation of the urethra. Treatment is available and the prognosis of this issue will depend on the severity of the obstruction.
Urinary obstruction occurs mostly in male cats, but dogs and female cats may also be affected. It is a medical emergency and owners will most commonly see their animal straining to urinate, producing little or no urine each time. The obstruction occurs in the urethra, the tube that leads out of the body from the bladder. The urinary tract may be obstructed by something inside the urethra, from something compressing on the urethra or inflammation of the urethra. Treatment is available and the prognosis of this issue will depend on the severity of the obstruction.
Urolithiasis, Urate
Urolithiasis is a medical term referring to the presence of stones or crystals in the animal’s urinary tract. When the stones are made up of uric acid, they are called urate stones. These stones can also be found in the kidneys and in the tubes connecting the kidneys to the animal’s bladder (ureters).
Vaginal Discharge in Dogs & Cats
Vaginal discharge refers to any substance coming from the animal’s vagina. Types of discharge can include mucus, blood, or pus. Since there are so many causes for this medical condition, consulting with a veterinarian is highly recommended.
Hematemesis
Hematemesis, or the vomiting of blood, can result from a number of causes. There may be a disruption in the lining of the tube connecting the mouth and stomach (esophagus), or an irritation of the stomach or intestines, which leads to inflammation, bleeding, and, eventually, the expulsion of blood through vomiting. Alternately, the blood may originate from an inflammation or injury in the mouth or lungs (respiratory system), after which it is swallowed and then thrown up (regurgitated).