03-00142 Princess M Lymphoplasmacytic hepatitis; possible splenic lymphoma -RESEARCH ONLY
A 12-year-old FS German Shepherd, currently on Rimadyl and DES, was presented for decreased appetite, shaking of the head, defecating in the house, and knuckling on the front limbs. Abnormalities on physical examination were pyrexia (103°), bilateral cataracts, splenomegaly, hepatomegaly, a pendulous abdomen, and weak hindquarters. Abnormalities on urinalysis were 2+ proteinuria, leukocyturia, and elevated…
Hepatitis with focal nodular hyperplasia in a 13 year old MN Welsh Corgi dog
A 13-year-old MN Welsh Corgi dog was presented for the evaluation of a decreased appetite and to check his left hind leg. The dog had a history of discoid lupus and alopecia on the chin. The owner had also reported that the dog was having urinary accidents in the house. The dog had an elevated…
Pheochromocytoma in a 15 year old FS mixed breed dog
A 15-year-old FS mixed breed dog was presented for alopecia. On physical exam, her hair was found to be sparse and in patches along her dorsum. She was also mentally dull and appeared to be disoriented. Bilateral cataracts were present and there was a mild increase in the intraocular pressure measured bilaterally (tonometry measurement of…