CT – Likely recurrence of oral squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) with metastases in a 11 year old MN Soft- Coated Wheaten Terrier
This 11 year old MN Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier was diagnosed with oral squamous cell carcinoma 1.5 years prior. Radiation therapy. Presently has significant stomatitis although no evidence of mass.
Renal presentation of Leptospirosis in a 1 year old MI Giant Schnauzer
A 1-year-old intact male Giant Schnauzer dog with a 1-month history of lethargy and slightly decreased appetite was presented for evaluation of anorexia and uremic breath. The dog had been noted to be PU/PD since 4 months of age. Isosthenuria and mild proteinuria were present on urinalysis. Abnormalities on CBC and serum biochemistry included anemia,…
Lymphoma diagnosed on FNA in the spleen and liver of a 9 year old MN English Pointer
A 9-year-old MN English Pointer was presented for decreased appetite, weight loss, lethargy, and halitosis. Physical examination findings were generalized muscle wasting and slightly pale mucous membranes. The only abnormality on urinalysis was trace proteinuria; UPC showed borderline proteinuria. Abnormalities on CBC were anemia and thrombocytopenia. The patient was treated with Prednisone pending an ultrasound.
Corn cob intestinal foreign body in a 5 year old FS Labrador Retriever dog
5 year old FS Labrador retriever was presented for repetitive vomiting, hematemesis, severe halitosis, lethargy and depression. Lateral and ventral/dorsal radiographs revealed a dilated stomach to four times its normal size, as well as dilated loops of bowel dorsal to the stomach. Hypokalemia and hypochloremia were present on the serum biochemical profile. Leukocytosis was present…
Delayed Pyloric Emptying in a 9 year old MN Boxer dog
This 9-year-old MN Boxer was presented for retching, hyporexia, and foul halitosis. The physical exam, CBC, blood chemistry, and urinalyses were all normal. The dog presented 14 hours postprandial of 1 can of i/d diet. The patient had been empirically treated with amoxicillin and metronidazole for presumed Helicobacter gastritis with partial response over a 3…