Calcaneal (Achilles) tendinitis without tendon avulsion in a 10 year old MN Rottweiler mixed breed dog
A 10-year-old MN Rottweiler mixed breed dog was presented with a history of limping on the left hind foot. Abnormalities on physical examination were pyrexia and a swollen left tarsus. A radiographic consultation found mild left stifle osteoarthrosis and joint effusion compatible with a partial or chronic cranial cruciate ligament rupture. Bursitis or partial avulsion…
Prostatic abscess treated with abscess drainage antibiotic injection and neuter (ADAIN) procedure in a 9 year old MI Poodle dog
A 9-year-old MI poodle, with history of calcium oxalate crystalluria, presented for acting strangely. Per the owner, the patient was restless, had labored breathing, and was vomiting. There was a possibility of foreign body ingestion. On physical examination, the patient was depressed, quiet, and febrile, the mucous membranes were moist and pink, and the abdomen…
Lymphoid hyperplasia and extramedullary hematopoiesis in a 12 year old FS Standard Poodle
A 12 year old FS Standard Poodle on hypoallergenic diet was presented for a growth on the lip, tachypnea, polyuria/polydipsia, recent trouble managing stairs, and restlessness. On physical examination, the dog had a swollen left lateral stifle, a 1/2 cm black pedunculated mass on the lip, and a stiff hindquarter was evident. Cytology from the…
Neuroendocrine carcinoma; insulinoma in a 5 year old MN Golden Retriever dog
This 5-year-old MN Golden Retriever was presented for lethargy, walking strange, falling over, confusion, muscular twitching, and anorexia. The physical exam was normal except for mild hyperthermia. Progressive seizure activity also developed in the following days after the patient was treated for arthritic disease. CBC and survey blood chemistry were normal except for moderate hypoglycemia….