Corticosteroids
Corticosteroids (cortisone and its derivatives) are powerful hormones that control many functions in the body. Synthetic cortisone drugs are used for immune suppression and anti-inflammatory purposes. Conditions in which …
Breed Information
Conjunctivitis
The conjunctiva is the normally pink fleshy tissue under the eyelids. When it becomes irritated and inflamed, the condition is called conjunctivitis. The tissue will swell and turn bright …
Colitis
Colitis simply means inflammation of the colon. The causes and treatment for colitis may or may not be a simple matter, however. It is a symptom rather than a …
Dental Care & Cleaning
Periodontal disease is one of the most common problems in dogs and cats despite the fact that it is easily preventable. Some statistics show as high as 85% of …
Clostridium Perfringens
There are at least 100 species of the bacterial genus Clostridia that exist in nature, a variety of which are employed commercially in the production of useful compounds like …
Cesarean Sections (C Sections)
Cesarean Section is a surgical incision made through the abdomen and into the uterus to deliver a puppy or kitten when a natural birth would bring harm to the …
Cruciate Ligament Rupture
Cruciate ligament rupture is an injury to a supportive ligament in the stifle (knee). Sometimes called an ACL, or anterior cruciate ligament, it is also referred to as a …
Corneal Ulcers
Corneal erosion or ulceration is a defect in the clear protective membrane covering the iris and the lens of the eye. It can be caused by physical trauma, a …
Common Household Plants Toxic To Dogs & Cats
The following common ornamental and garden plants have been shown to cause systemic toxicity or significant gastrointestinal irritation when ingested by dogs and cats. This list is not meant …
Coccidiosis
Coccidia are protozoan parasites that infect the small intestine of dogs and cats. In large numbers, a condition called coccidiosis can cause diarrhea, vomiting, anorexia, lethargy, and death. Usually …