Pheochromocytoma of the left adrenal gland in a 12 year old SF boxer mix
A 12 year-old SF boxer mixed breed dog was presented for lethargy and drooling for approximately 5 days. Abnormalities on blood chemistry were elevated ALP activity, amylase, lipase, and CPL.
Gastritis, enteritis, post operative peritonitis with benign hepatic vacuolization in a 10 year old MN Elkhound dog
A 10-year-old MN Elkhound dog with a history of chronically elevated liver values nd p[ast episodes of hepatitis. He presented for possible foreign body ingestion, protracted vomiting, anorexia, and decreased activity. Physical examination was non-remarkable. Urine specific gravity was within normal limits. Abnormalities on CBC and blood chemistry were leukocytosis, monocytosis, increased basophils, mild azotemia,…
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.
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A 9-year-old MN English Pointer dog 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, which on UPC was borderline proteinuric. Abnormalities on CBC were anemia and thrombocytopenia. The patient was treated with Prednisone…
Small intestinal linear foreign body in a 2 year old MN Golden Retriever dog
A 2-year-old MN Golden Retriever dog was presented to an emergency referral hospital for vomiting and lethargy. The owner had noticed a piece of a stuffed animal in the vomit. Physical examination, urinalysis, CPLI and 4DX were all within normal limits. Abnormalities on CBC and serum biochemistry were hemoconcentration and mildly elevated lipase. Survey radiographs…
Splenic lymphoma in a 14 year old MN Bernese Mountain Dog
A 14-year-old MN Bernese Mountain Dog was initially presented for trouble walking and weight loss, but was seen more recently for lethargy, poor appetite, and one episode of vomiting. On physical examination, the dog had a thin body condition, pyrexia, and a stiff gait. Urinalysis was within normal limits. Abnormalities on CBC and serum biochemistry…
Mediastinal lymphoma diagnosed by FNA of mediastinal lymph nodes in a 4 year old hypercalcemic MN Golden Retriever
A 4-year-old MN Golden Retriever with a history of lethargy and intermittent diarrhea was presented for an office visit. The only abnormality on serum biochemistry was hypercalcemia.
Necrotizing Pancreatitis in a 10 year old FS Labrador Retriever dog
A 10-year-old FS Labrador Retriever was presented for acute onset of vomiting, anorexia, and lethargy of approximately two days. The physical exam revealed a tense right cranial abdomen and tacky mucous membranes. Initial blood work had shown elevated ALP activity, elevated amylase, elevated lipase, elevated BUN, and elevated cholesterol and hypokalemia. Blood work performed two…
Pheochromocytoma diagnosed by surgical excisional biopsy in an 8 year old FS mixed breed dog
An 8-year-old FS mixed breed dog was referred for partial anorexia and mild lethargy. Mild painful cranial abdomen was noted on physical exam. CBC and blood chemistry panel were unremarkable. Urinalysis revealed 3+ proteinuria with isosthenuria. Systolic blood pressure was 220 mm Hg.
Histiocytic sarcoma of the spleen diagnosed by FNA in a 13 year old FS Bassett hound dog
A 13-year-old FS Basset Hound was presented for weakness, lethargy, possible pancreatitis, and vomiting. CBC and serum biochemistry showed no significant changes. After 48 hours of fluid therapy, the patient was stable but showed polypnea and appeared anxious.