History of Breeds/Species
Named after region in Croatia, descendent of pointer, used to run along side carriages, usually wears red collar, likes Clydesdales.
Dalmation
Patient presents for vomiting, diarrhea and lethargy. Owner is unsure if patient ate anything but chews on toys and gets in garbage frequently.
Foreign body
REQUIRED BY LAW
RABIES
This medication is used as a premed for surgical procedures, a post op pain medication and is an NSAID. GIVE WITH FOOD.
Rimadyl
What disease is tested with a snap test and has side effects such as lethargy, diarrhea, vomiting, fever and abdominal pain.
Parvovirus
Originated from Thailand, used to guard temples, name means "moon diamond" in English, has blue eyes.
Siamese
This condition is caused due to rapid eating or drinking, excessive exercising after eating, genetic factors and is common in large or deep chested dogs.
Bloat
This vaccination is given to prevent a zoonotic disease contracted from infected urine.
Leptospirosis
This medication is a steroid and is commonly confused with another steroid that is missing an "L". MEOW
prednisoLone
This disease is infectious and can be contracted by domestic and wild cats. Some felines are asymptomatic those who show symptoms can have fever, weight loss, enlarged lymph nodes, lethargy, pale gums and inappetence.
Feline Leukemia
Ferret
Caused due to excessive exposure to heat. Symptoms are hyperthermia, exhaustion and rapid breathing.
Heat Stroke
This vaccination is used to prevent a disease uncommon in our area but common to travelers pets.
Lyme
This is an injectable corticosteroid used to treat a common disease. Symptoms of the disease being treated may include vomiting, increased thirst, increased urination and weight loss.
Zycortal/ Percorten
This disease effects both canine and felines. Symptoms are excessive drinking and increased urination, weight loss, decreased appetite, cloudy eyes, chronic or recurring infections.
Diabetes
Evolved shortly after the extinction of dinosaurs, lived in Paleocene Asia, can blend in easily, needs calcium, almost 360 degrees of vision.
Chameleon
This toxin is commonly ingested in houses fighting pests. Symptoms of this toxin are pale gums, rapid/labored breathing, seizures, abnormal bleeding or difficulty walking. After treatment potential Vitamin K1 supplementation is needed.
brodifacoum, bromethalin
H3N2/H3N8
Influenza Bivalent
This medication is an injectable induction agent commonly used in veterinary and human medicine. MILKY
Propoflo
This disease is often diagnosed by bloodwork, ultrasound and MRI. Symptoms are increased thirst, increased urination, increased appetite, decreased activity, panting, hair loss, boated abdomen, fragile or thin skin and recurrent skin infections.
Cushing's
Breed was developed in Canada, descended of the setter, spaniel and collie, part of the retriever family, known as the "little river duck dog", has a red nose.
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
What does DIC stand for, how is it developed and what are the symptoms?
Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation, DIC is triggered by an underlying condition, symptoms are bruising, bleeding from mucous membranes, blood in urine, vomiting, diarrhea, increased heart rate, arrhythmia or decreased blood pressure.
This vaccine is used to prevent a disease that causes inflammation of the liver. Symptoms for the disease are decreased appetite, fever, cloudiness of the corneas, respiratory signs, vomiting and abdominal pain. PAH VACCINATES AGAINST THIS.
Adenovirus
Also known as adrenaline, this medication is used as an emergency injectable. Can be used to open airways and stimulate the heart. Kept in an amber bottle.
Epinephrine
Tick-born infection due to this parasite that invades mammalian red blood cells causing anemia. Some symptoms are dark urine, fever, weakness, pale mucous membranes, swollen lymph nodes and enlarged spleen.
Babesiosis