http://www.televets.com/ Pet Articles en-us 08 Jul 2008 15:52:05 GMT http://www.televets.com/articles/cats/lung-cancer-in-cats.html http://www.televets.com/articles/cats/lung-cancer-in-cats.html Primary lung tumors in cats are a commonly misdiagnosed disease. This is because the early stages can appear very similar to feline asthma, a common and non life threatening condition. Speed of diagnosis is critical, as early surgical treatment has a decent survival rate associated with it. http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/mammary-tumors-in-dogs-cats.html http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/mammary-tumors-in-dogs-cats.html Mammary tumors (breast cancer) are one of the most common ailments in middle aged and geriatric dogs, particularly those that haven't been neutered. Whilst they can be safely removed if caught early, often the dog only gets taken to the vet clinic when the cancer has already spread. http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/lymphoma-in-dogs.html http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/lymphoma-in-dogs.html Being told your dog has cancer of the lymphatic system (lymphoma or lymphosarcoma) is, on the face of it, a grim diagnosis. However, most dogs with lymphoma respond well to chemotherapy, with over 75% of dogs achieving a complete remission after treatment. http://www.televets.com/articles/horses/moon-blindness-in-horses.html http://www.televets.com/articles/horses/moon-blindness-in-horses.html Equine recurrent uveitis, sometimes known as moon blindness, is a disease of the horse's eye that can be caused by many different things - bacteria, virus, parasites, or trauma. If not treated aggressively from the onset, there is less chance of saving sight in one or both eyes. http://www.televets.com/articles/birds/bathing-your-bird.html http://www.televets.com/articles/birds/bathing-your-bird.html Bathing or showering you parrot is an important part of its hygiene routine.  Having a bird bath in our gardens invites several species of bird to the area for a bath and a drink. Our feathered friends, Parrots, Parakeets, cockatiels and lovebirds are no different. http://www.televets.com/articles/birds/training-your-parrot.html http://www.televets.com/articles/birds/training-your-parrot.html The Step up and Step down Training is probably the most important part of any Parrots training and all owners should consider doing this as part of homing a new bird. You will need to keep to a strict regime and be quite strict with your routine. http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/seizures-in-pets.html http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/seizures-in-pets.html Seizures are due to abnormal electrical conduction within the brain that results in a loss of consciousnes and various physical signs that can be associated with the seizure. The most common cause of seizures is epilepsy, but other causes must first be ruled out before a diagnosis can be made. http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/portosystemic-shunts.html http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/portosystemic-shunts.html Congenital Portal Shunts are due to a defect in the blood circulation around the liver. Instead of blood entering the liver to be detoxified, the liver is bypassed. This condition often presents as a juvenile kitten or puppy that becomes wobbly or even has seizures, after eating. http://www.televets.com/articles/cats/kidney-disease-in-cats.html http://www.televets.com/articles/cats/kidney-disease-in-cats.html Kidney failure is one of the most common causes of death in cats. While it is generally non curable, there are medications and diets available that can significantly extend life expectancy for many of these cats. http://www.televets.com/articles/cats/geriatric-pets.html http://www.televets.com/articles/cats/geriatric-pets.html There comes a time in any pet's life where organs start to fail and health deteriorates. More and more, owners are realising the benefits of regular screening to diagnose and treat problems early, before they become life threatening. Here we look at some of the common diseases in older animals. http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/heat-stroke.html http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/heat-stroke.html Dogs don’t sweat the way people do in order to cool the body down during extreme temperatures. They cool off by panting; the air cools the mucous membranes and blood vessels in their mouth and tongue. Leaving a dog in a car for anything but a short time in summer can be fatal. http://www.televets.com/articles/rabbits/cheyletiella-mites.html http://www.televets.com/articles/rabbits/cheyletiella-mites.html Cheyletiella dermatitis is caused by a small mite that lives in the outer layers of the skin of dogs, cats, rabbits and people. Infected animals have an accumulation of dandruff on their backs and occasionally on their necks and heads. Most infested animals scratch and shed hair excessively. http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/liver-disease-in-dogs-cats.html http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/liver-disease-in-dogs-cats.html Just as in humans, the liver performs a vital role in dogs and cats by filtering out and breaking down toxins. When the liver becomes diseased, a pets health can deteriorate quickly. Whilst it tends to be older pets that are affected most, certain conditions are found only in young animals. http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/kidney-disease-in-dogs.html http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/kidney-disease-in-dogs.html Kidney failure is one of the most common causes of death in dogs. It is usually of the chronic kind, which builds up over time but only causes symptoms when the reserve capacity of the kidneys is exceeded. Kidney failure can also be sudden onset, if a toxin such as antifreeze is ingested. http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/lyme-disease.html http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/lyme-disease.html Lyme Disease is a disease caused by a spiral-shaped bacterium, Borrelia burgdorferi. The disease can affect dogs, cats, horses, cattle, birds, wild animals, and people. White-tailed deer and white-footed mice appear to be natural carriers. http://www.televets.com/articles/cats/a-healthy-diet-for-cats.html http://www.televets.com/articles/cats/a-healthy-diet-for-cats.html With an obesity epidemic sweeping through our nations pets, an online pet Q&A service have launched a campaign to educate owners about their cats lifestyle. Here we look at what a cats diet should be to keep it healthy and minimise those vet visits. http://www.televets.com/articles/cats/what-you-can-catch-from-your-pet.html http://www.televets.com/articles/cats/what-you-can-catch-from-your-pet.html Dogs, cats and small mammals such as rabbits or guinea pigs are popular companions for many people, often sharing their home environment. Being in such close contact, it is perhaps inevitable that sometimes disease is transmitted from pets to their owners. Here we look specifically at skin diseases. http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/legg-calve-perthes-disease-in-dogs.html http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/legg-calve-perthes-disease-in-dogs.html Avascular necrosis of the femoral head is a disease of the hip joints of young miniature and toy breeds of dogs, most often in Poodles, Yorkies, Lakeland terriers, west Highland white terriers, Jack Russell terriers and miniature pinchers just to name a few. It invariably requires surgical treatment. http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/slipped-discs-in-dogs.html http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/slipped-discs-in-dogs.html The bones of the backbone that protect the spinal cord are called vertebrae. Discs between these vertebrae act as "shock absorbers". A disc is composed of a pulpy, jelly-like center surrounded by hard fibrous tissue. Sometimes the disc can bulge out, causing immense pain or paralysis. http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/reverse-sneeze-syndrome.html http://www.televets.com/articles/dogs/reverse-sneeze-syndrome.html Reverse sneeze syndrome is characterized by a series of rapid, loud, forced inhalations through the nostrils, lasting anywhere from 10 seconds to 2 minutes.  Attacks occur on a sporadic, unpredictable basis.