Pet Health Articles
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Hepatic lipidosis, also known as fatty liver syndrome, is unique to cats and is one of the most common liver diseases seen in cats. Usually a cat with hepatic lipidosis has recently gone through a period of anorexia (little or no eating) for 3 to 4 consecutive days. Diagnosis of hepatic lipidosis is made from blood tests that demonstrate poor liver function and/or from a liver biopsy or fine needle aspirate. Hepatic lipidosis is treatable with aggressive nutritional support until a normal appetite returns. Treating the underlying initial cause of the inappetence is also essential for full recovery.
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Hepatic microvascular dysplasia is an inherited abnormality of the liver where microscopic blood vessels in the liver are underdeveloped or absent, resulting in decreased blood flow to the liver. As a result, the liver is less capable of processing toxins or producing the vital proteins needed for good health.
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Hepatoid gland tumors are a type of cancer that develops from the sebaceous (sweat) glands of the skin. They most commonly develop in the perianal area. Perianal adenocarcinomas, and rarely perianal epitheliomas may also occur. These tumors appear as one or more small, round, pink, hairless, slow-growing nodules around the anus, and can sometimes ulcerate and become infected. Diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis are discussed.
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Hepatozoonosis in dogs is caused by ingestion of one of two organisms: H. americanum and H. canis. Both parasites are more common in the southern United States. The clinical sign and treatments for dogs with hepatozoonosis differ depending on the parasite species causing the infection. In either case, with appropriate treatment, the prognosis is generally good.
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Canine herpesvirus (CHV), or canine herpes, is a systemic, often fatal, disease of puppies caused by the canine herpes virus (CHV). Treatment of neonatal puppies is usually unsuccessful and most infected puppies die before medical help can be sought. Older puppies and adult dogs have a better prognosis if clinical signs are mild.
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Feline viral rhinotracheitis (FVR) is an infectious disease caused by feline herpesvirus type-1. It is a major cause of upper respiratory disease in cats and is the most common cause of conjunctivitis. (inflammation of the tissues surrounding the eye, especially the lining of the lids and the third eyelid).
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Hiatal hernia refers to the protrusion of the abdominal contents into the chest cavity through the esophageal hiatus of the diaphragm. In most veterinary patients hiatal hernias appear to be congenital. Diagnosis is based on medical history, clinical signs, and X-rays (radiographs).
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High-calorie nutritional gel (brand name Nutri-Cal®) is a high calorie nutritional supplement for dogs and cats. It comes as an oral gel that is given to pets by mouth. This supplement is recommended for intermittent or supplemental use and should ideally be given at the same time daily.
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The most common cause of hip dislocation is blunt force trauma (a fall or automobile injury), but any traumatic injury to the hip area may cause a hip to dislocate. Most cats with a hip dislocation will have severe hind limb lameness and may not be able to put any weight on the affected limb.
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The most common cause of hip dislocation is blunt force trauma (a fall or automobile injury). Hip dysplasia, a common developmental disorder in which the hip joint does not form properly, can also predispose a dog to hip dislocation. Most dogs with a hip dislocation will have severe hind limb lameness and may not be able to put any weight on the affected limb.