Fibrosarcoma, liver and spleen in a 10 year old MN Pug dog
A 10-year-old MN Pug dog was presented for the evaluation of anorexia, vomiting, diarrhea, and pollakuria. No abnormalities were noted on the physical exam. The CBC showed a neutrophilia, monocytosis, and thrombocytopenia. A serum biochemical profile revealed elevated serum alkaline phosphatase, ALT, AST, GGT enzyme activities as well as hypercholesterolemia.
Adrenal mass in an 11 year old FS Pit Bull Terrier
An 11-year-old FS Pitbull Terrier was presented for vomiting and anorexia. Physical examination found the patient quiet, alert, responsive, and PU/PD. Abnormalities on CBC and blood chemistry were monocytosis, elevated hemoglobin, mild hyperglycemia, and hypoglobulinemia. A possible abdominal mass was evident on lateral survey abdominal radiographs. The patient was admitted for I.V. fluids and further…
Protein losing nephropathy, glomerulonephritis, and uremic gastritis in a 3 year old MI Labrador Retriever
A 3-year-old male Labrador Retriever dog was presented for anorexia and weight loss. CBC was within normal limits, however blood chemistry showed hyperproteinemia, hypoalbuminemia, low albumin/globulin ratio, marked azotemia, hyperphosphatemia, mild hypocalcemia, hyperkalemia, and hyperamylasemia. T4 was within normal range. The urine had a cloudy appearance; 3+ proteinuria and 3+ hematuria were present on urinalysis.
Lymphoma in a 4 year old MN DSH cat
A 4-year-old MN DSH cat was presented for anorexia, and vomiting. On physical examination an abdominal mass was palpable. On survey radiographs a radiopaque structure in the cranial abdomen was evident. Abnormalities on CBC and serum chemistry were neutrophilia, lymphopenia, and hypercalcemia.
Pancreatitis with post hepatic obstruction in a 5 year old MN DSH cat
A 5-year-old MN DSH was presented for anorexia, lethargy, and vomiting. The only significant finding on physical examination was icterus. On CBC, thrombocytopenia and lymphopenia were present. Elevated serum proteins, hyperglobulinemia, elevated liver enzyme activity, bilirubinemia, hyperglycemia, and hyperamylasemia were evident on serum biochemistry. FIV/FELV test was negative, and T4 was within normal limits. Titers…
Colonic mass in a 14 year old FS DSH cat
A 14-year-old FS DSH cat was presented for the evaluation of anorexia, diarrhea and rectal bleeding. The cat also had a 2-year history of obstipation for which she was receiving lactulose on a regular basis, as well as a grade III/VI systolic murmur and renal disease. Blood chemistry and CBC were unremarkable. T4 was within…
Lymphoma in an 11 year old FS DSH cat
An 11-year-old FS DSH cat was presented with a history of hemorrhagic diarrhea. After changing the diet and starting a course of metronidazole the pet became constipated. Additional history was that there had been loss of appetite and weight loss over a few months. Abnormalities on CBC and blood chemistry were monocytosis and elevated liver…
Lymphoma, colonic in a 10 year old MN DSH cat
A 10-year-old MN DSH cat was presented for poor appetite, hematochezia, and weight loss. The cat was anemic on referral blood work. No blood analysis was performed pending sonogram results owing to economic concerns.
Foreign body, small intestinal in a 12 year old MN Cairn Terrier dog
A 12-year-old MN Cairn terrier dog was presented for vomiting and anorexia. Physical exam was uneventful. CBC showed a neutrophilia. Blood chemistry revealed hyperphosphatemia and an elevated ALT enzyme activity.
Dry FIP in a 16 year old MN DSH cat
A 16-year-old MN DSH cat was presented for weight loss, decreased appetite, decreased drinking, and constipation. Physical exam was unremarkable other than poor body condition and palpably thickened intestines. CBC revealed neutrophilia. Blood chemistry showed hyperamylasemia and the T4 was within normal limits. Urinalysis showed a cloudy, amber appearance, hematuria, and a large number of…