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.
When should your pet’s weight loss concern you? The standard is when it exceeds 10% of normal body weight (and when it is not due to fluid loss). There are many things that can cause weight loss, including chronic disease. It is important to understand this because the animal’s entire body will probably be affected by the weight loss, and it ultimately depends on the cause and severity of the underlying medical condition.
Trichuris Trichiura
Both dogs and cats suffer from the whipworm (Trichuris trichiura) parasite. It is generally transmitted by ingesting infested matter, although whipworms can be contracted from other infected animals. Whipworm eggs can live in an environment anywhere from a few months to years, and can be present in soil, food, or water, as well as in feces or animal flesh.
Candidiasis
Candida is a type of sugar-digesting yeast that forms part of the normal flora in an animal’s mouth, nose, ears, and gastrointestinal and genital tracts. This type of yeast is opportunistic and will sometimes colonize or invade damaged tissues of immuno-suppressed animals. Candidiasis occurs when there is an overgrowth of candida in an dog or cat’s body. This type of fungal infection can afflict cats and dogs of any age and breed, even if the animal has no predisposing conditions. The infection can take place in one specific part of the body (local), or it can colonize the entire body (systemic). Either affliction is likely to cause extreme discomfort to a dog or cat.
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Prolapsed Gland of the Third Eyelid
Prolapsed gland of the eyelid refers to a pink mass protruding from the animal’s eyelid; it is also called a “cherry eye”. Normally, the gland development is anchored by an attachment made up of fibrous material. This medical condition occurs in both dogs and cats, although it typically affects younger animals.
Apudoma
Apudoma is a gastrointestinal tumor found in dogs and cats which secretes peptide hormones — hormones that play a role in regulating metabolism, growth, development, and tissue function. In the long run, the tumor(s) can cause ulcers, damage the esophagus because of chronic reflux, and damage the lining of the intestines.