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Allergies Food
Both dogs and cats can suffer from various food allergies due to specific foods or even food groups. Steriods in pet foods, known as glucocorticoids, can…
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Arthritis
Arthritis is a common pet health problem among both dogs and cats today. In fact, about one quarter of all pets in the U.S. suffer from some form of this…
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Achondroplasia
Pets with achondroplasia, commonly called dwarfism, have a mutation in the gene for the fibroblast growth factor receptor. This mutation can cause stunted…
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Aspergillosis
Aspergillosis is a pet health condition caused by infection with Aspergillus, a common fungus found in dust, grass and hay. Outdoor pets and those living on…
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Alopecia
The term alopecia is used to refer to partial or total lack of hair in areas where hair is normally present. This can be due to <a…
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Anemia
Anemia is a condition that occurs in pets when there is a significant reduction in an animal’s red blood cells, hemoglobin or both. Red blood cells are…
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Asthma
Asthma, also known as chronic bronchitis, is a serious pet health problem that both dogs and cats can suffer from. If your pet has asthma, the small airways…
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Atopic Dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis is a common pet health problem among both dogs and cats; however it is seen more often in canines. This condition is typically caused by…
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Autoimmune Disorders
The immune system is essential to your pet’s body, in that it is able to recognize any threatening substances and destroy them almost immediately…
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Ataxia Cerebellar
Cerebellar ataxia syndrome is a collection of symptoms related to damage to the cerebellum. This is the part of the brain that controls coordination, balance…
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Aural Hematoma
Aural Hematoma Understanding Blood Accumulation in Your Pet's Ear Flap Aural Hematoma describes blood accumulation under a pet's ear skin, often caused by
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Allergies Skin
Allergies Skin Understanding Negative Reactions in Pets Allergies Skin in pets cause intense itching from reactions to food, pollen, or dust, leading to
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Anal Gland Disease
Anal Gland Disease in Pets Understanding This Common Health Condition Anal Gland Disease occurs when sacs near the anus become blocked or inflamed, often
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Allergies Flea
Allergies Flea: Understanding Flea Bite Hypersensitivity in Pets Allergies Flea occur when pets react to flea saliva, causing severe itching and skin
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Addisons Disease
Addison's Disease in Pets: Understanding Hormonal Imbalance Addisons Disease is an endocrine disorder where adrenal glands fail to produce enough
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Acl Injuries
Limping dog? ACL Injuries cause knee pain & instability. Learn signs & treatments for your pet! Limping dog? ACL Injuries cause knee pain &