Severe anemia in a dog with an intestinal mass
8 year old MN Blue Heeler X who initially presented 5 weeks ago for lethargy and decreased appetite Bloodwork initially showed a PCV of 26.8%. It is now 15.2%. Other labwork abnormalities include a reticulocytosis of 5.9%, leukoctyolsis of 21.52K/mcl (neutropphilia and monocytosis). Chem prof done 6 weeks ago showed a decreased BUN=6mg/dl. The…
Acute collapse and tachyarrhythmia in a 9 year old FS Golden Retriever
9 yr old FS Golden Retriever presented for acute collapse during a walk. The dog had additional syncope like episodes at the clinic. A tachyarrhythmia was ausculted that ranged from 150bpm to runs of 240bpm. ECG showed runs of tachycardia with no PVC’s (per primary DVM). No abdominal pain present. The owner reported normal appetite…
Chronic vomiting and inappetence in a 17 year old FS DMH with a history of stage 2 renal disease, possible IBD,and elevated fPLI
This is a 17 year old FS DMH with a history of crf Iris stage 2, high fPLI, anorexia, and chronic intermittent vomiting. The cat is currently being treated with Miralax, ALOH, prednisone, and mirtazapine. CBC shows nsf, fPLI=4.4, BUN=53, Creat=2.6, Chol=309, SDMA=16.
What is the significance of lobar calculi
12 year old FS Boxer with suspected insulinoma, doing well on pred. Ultrasound done in June showed early GB formation-patient not clinical and liver enzymes were normal All liver enzymes are now elevated, the dog acts painful and is dramatically less active, glucose is normal but all liver enzymes are up and there is a…
Possible uterine stump pyo or neoplasia in an 8 year old Dachshund
8 year old FS Dachshund presented for 2 month history of ADR, one episode of vaginal discharge, and more recently pollakiuira. Cysto urinalyis showed hematuria. Urine culture was negative. CBC and chem prof were wnl. USG was >1.040. Abominal ultrasound shows a 3.0 x 4.0cm complex mass dorsal to the bladder trigone and urethra and…
Neurological signs, hypoglycemia, severe anemia in an 8 week old Shepherd puppy
This 8 week old white German Shepherd puppy was adopted 2 weeks ago from the breeder by the current owner as the breeder was going to euthanize the dog (it’s the runt). The breeder stated that the puppy became ill after receiving its first vaccine. It is unclear if the vaccine was administered by the…
VD for Cushingoid Brussels Griffon
Hello again, Keith. This is the VD for Cushingoid Brussels Griffon with respiratory distress (see previous post).
Increased respiratory effort and cardiomegaly in a Cushingoid 9 yr FS Brussels Griffon
9 year old FS Brussels Griffon presented for lethargy, increased respiratory effort, exercise intolerance, and acting clingy. History of Cushings diagnosed June 2016. Started Vetoryl and responded well at a previous veterinary hospital. Owner stopped treatment on September 2nd due to collapse episode and vomiting. Patient has been lethargic and had rough breathing episodes since….
12 yr FS West Highland X with a Gallbladder lesion
12 yr old FS Westie X with a history of recurrent PU-PD with UTI’s that respond to antibiotic therapy. Chemistry profile showed an elevated lipase >5000, increased TBil=2.4, and slightly increased ALT. The dog is currently asymptomatic.
Focal gastric wall thickening in an 8 year old FeLV+ DSH feline
8 year old FS DSH with a history of chronic vomiting and weight loss (16lbs to 11 lbs in the last 3 months). Chemistry profile and T4 performed in June were both normal. Abdominal ultrasound showed focal thickening (6.8mm) of the gastric wall with loss of layering detail. This patient was not fasted for…