Because pet owners often have concerns about their pet’s health or behavior, the doctors at Elizabeth Animal Hospital have written articles about common problems to help pet owners. Please know these articles are not meant to be all-inclusive and they are not peer-reviewed. They are meant to be a useful summary based on the doctor’s experience.
Anal Gland Problems
Anal glands are a normal part of anatomy for a dog and cat. Anal Glands are two scent glands located around the anus. They produce a strong-smelling, oily secretion. Normally the material inside…
Canine Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism is one of the most common hormonal diseases in dogs. It is almost unheard of in cats. Thyroid glands are located in the neck, and produce hormones that affect a dog’s metabolism and help regulate many bodily functions. Hypothyroidism occurs when…
Discoid Lupus (DL)
Discoid Lupus, also known as “Collie Nose,” is an autoimmune disease. Autoimmune disease means that your dog’s own immune system begins attacking the healthy and normal cells of the body. The exact cause of this is not known…
Seizures
A seizure is defined as a transitory disturbance of brain function that has a sudden onset, stops spontaneously and has a tendency to recur. Epilepsy is a common recurrent seizure disorder seen in young dogs age 3 to 5 years at onset…
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence is the involuntary passing of urine. There are a variety of reasons for incontinence to occur. It could involve the bladder, the urethra or brain or spinal cord problems. Incontinence is not the same as…
Vomiting
Vomiting can be caused by a long list of reasons. It is common in dogs and cats. Vomiting is defined as the forceful ejection of the contents of the stomach and upper intestines. The pet is usually apprehensive and will heave…