03_00204 Sundance K Hepatic carcinoma
A 9-year-old FS Golden Retriever was presented for vomiting and anorexia. On physical examination pyrexia and tachycardia with ectopic beats were present. Abnormalities on CBC and blood chemistry were thrombocytopenia, monocytosis, moderately elevated ALT, elevated GGT, hyperbilirubinemia, mild hypernatremia, and marked hyperlipasemia. The patient was treated with I.V. fluids, Hetastarch, Baytril, and ampicillin. After 24…
03_00197 Sydney M Liver mass
A 12-year-old FS Golden Retriever was presented for anorexia and weight loss. On physical examination pyrexia, weak hindquarters, and multiple growths were present. CBC and T4 were within normal limits. Abnormalities on serum biochemistry were azotemia, elevated liver enzymes, and hypercholesterolemia.
Pyelonephritis in a 12 year old FS Golden Retriever with anorexia and weight loss
A 12-year-old spayed female Golden Retriever dog was presented for anorexia and weight loss. Pyrexia, weak hindquarters, and multiple growths were noted on physical examination. CBC and T4 were within normal limits. Abnormalities on serum biochemistry included azotemia, elevated liver enzymes, and hypercholesterolemia.
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.
Bladder mass in a 15 year old MN DSH cat with inappropriate urination behavior
A 15-year-old MN DSH was presented on emergency for a one year history of increasing inappropriate urination as well as straining to urinate or defecate. The cat also had a medical history of reanl issues (resolved), hyperthyroidism, and constipation. Abnormalities on physical examination included pyrexia (103.2В°), tachycardia, tachypnea, muscle wasting dorsally, and a soft non-painful bladder….
Retroperitoneal carcinoma and bladder stones in a 11 year old MN Cock-a-poo dog
An 11-year-old MN Cock-a-poo was presented for PU/PD for 2 months, lethargy, vomiting, and straining to defecate. On physical examination, pyrexia and a grade II/VI systolic murmur was present. CBC and blood chemistry were within normal limits. On survey radiographs a caudal abdominal mass around the urinary bladder was evident. The thoracic cavity was within…
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…
Lymphoma diagnosed by FNA in a 9 year old MN DSH cat
A 9-year-old MN DSH was presented for weight loss. The cat was febrile on physical exam (temperature of 105.0F). A blood chemistry profile revealed hyperbilirubinemia 4.1, hypermagnesemia 2.6 and elevated liver enzyme activities (elevated SAP, elevated ALT, and elevated AST).
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…