Gastric and intestinal foreign body in a 7 year old MN Boxer dog
A 7-year-old MN Boxer was presented for vomiting. The patient was treated with anti-emetics, antacids, and was rehydrated. However, there was no response and he continued to vomit.
03_00199 Xena P Cholangitis, choleliths, peritonitis
An 11-year-old FS Chihuahua with a history of polydipsia, bright yellow urine, anorexia and protracted vomiting was presented for evaluation. Abnormalities of physical examination were serous ocular-nasal discharge and pyrexia. Urine appeared orange and on analysis showed 3+ bilirubin and bacteruria. Abnormalities on CBC and serum biochemistry were leukocytosis, neutrophilia, elevated liver enzyme activity, elevated…
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…
Splenic mass in a 7 year old MN Vizsla
A 7-year-old MN Vizsla was presented for diarrhea and vomiting for three days. Physical examination showed pyrexia (103.3°) and a soft non-painful abdomen. CBC and blood chemistry were within normal limits. Radiographs showed a round, mid-abdomen mass, possibly splenic. The patient was treated with subcutaneous fluids, Centrine, ampicillin, and Cerenia.
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…
03_00189 Tiffany K Mucocele *BK*
A 12-year-old FS Pomeranian was presented for acute vomiting and diarrhea. On physical examination, dyspnea, coughing, and a heart murmur were present. Urinalysis, T4, coagulation profile, and CBC were all within normal limits. Abnormalities on serum biochemistry were revealed elevated total proteins, globulin, liver enzyme activity, total bilirubin, and azotemia.
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.
Jejunal foreign body in a 2-year-old F Mastiff dog
A 2-year-old F Mastiff dog was presented for weight loss, inappetence, and vomiting for 2 weeks. On physical examination the body score was 2/5 and the abdomen was painful on palpation. A cranial abdominal mass was noted on survey radiographs. No laboratory work was performed.
IBD in a 10-year-old Bernese Mountain dog
A 10-year-old Bernese Mountain Dog was presented for vomiting, anorexia, and diarrhea for 4 days. Physical examination was non-remarkable. Abnormalities on CBC and blood chemistry were leukocytosis, monocytosis, neutrophilia, lymphopenia, mild thrombocytopenia, hypoalbuminemia, and hypoproteinemia. Radiographs showed a prominent pylorus and some gas accumulation in the small intestines.
Islet tumor in a 10 year old Bernese Mountain dog of unknown gender.
A 10-year-old Bernese mountain dog was presented for vomiting, anorexia, and diarrhea for 4 days. Physical examination was unremarkable. Abnormalities on CBC and blood chemistry were leukocytosis, monocytosis, neutrophilia, lymphopenia, mild thrombocytopenia, hypoalbuminemia, and hypoproteinemia. Radiographs showed a prominent pylorus and some gas accumulation in the small intestines.