Benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostatic cyst drainage in a 11 year old MI Staffordshire Bull Terrier
An 11-year-old MI Staffordshire Bull Terrier was presented for hematuria with no signs of straining. On physical examination, the prostate was not palpable on rectal examination. Bilirubinuria and hematuria was evident on urinalysis. Although the urine culture was negative, the patient was treated with a course of antibiotics. Ultrasonography and castration were recommended. Urinalysis showed…
Right adrenal mass in a 12 year old FS mixed breed dog
A 12-year-old FS mixed breed dog with an extensive history of urinary calculi and three cystotomies to date was presented for a swollen right hind paw. On physical examination, the skin of the foot was inflamed with alopecia and crusting; there was generalized peripheral lymphadenomegaly, and a firm mass was palpated in the area of…
Pheochromocytoma and adrenocortical carcinoma in an 11 year old FS Labrador Retriever mix
An 11-year-old FS Labrador mixed breed dog presented for increased thirst. In-house blood chemistry revealed hyperphosphatemia and high cholesterol. CBC found only high HGB. Urinalysis showed low specific gravity, trace proteinuria, and hematuria. Patient returned one month later for recheck exam. Owner reported polyuria and polydipsia. Physical examination found severe dry skin, clumped hair coat…
Hepatocutaneous syndrome in a 9 year old FS Yorkshire Terrier with alopecia and crusting foot pads
A 9-year-old FS Yorkshire Terrier was presented for evaluation of a dermatitis characterized by thick crusts involving the pads of all four limbs, as well as the trunk. The crusts were thick and firmly adhered to the underlying dermis. The dog also had hyperkeratosis of the nasal planum, dermatitis of the upper lips and perianal…
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