Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a disease characterized by an increase in pressure in the eye (intraocular pressure, IOP) with subsequent blindness.
Corneal ulcers
Learn about non-healing and infected corneal ulcers in dogs and cats.
Progressive retinal atrophy
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) is an inherited disease that causes non-painful, slowly progressive blindness.
Entropion
Entropion is the inward rolling of all or part of the eyelid and can affect anywhere from one to all four of the eyelids.
Cherry eye
“Cherry eye” is a common term for a prolapsed gland of the third eyelid.
Feline iris melanosis
Iris melanosis in cats is generally a benign change that should be monitored closely.
Caring for your blind dog
Your dog has been diagnosed with an eye disease leading to blindness or severely limited vision, but their remaining senses can help them adapt to their surroundings.
Euthanasia considerations
The pain of saying goodbye to our pets is heartbreaking and although no amount of preparation will eliminate that pain, there are some considerations that may help you feel more in control of the situation.
Horner’s syndrome
Horner’s syndrome in dogs is a non-painful condition where the flight-fight innervation to the eye (sympathetic innervation) is interrupted.
Feline corneal sequestrum
A corneal sequestrum in a cat is a focal region of stromal pigmentation and necrosis (dead cells).
Colic in horses
Information for horse owners about identifying, treating, and preventing equine colic, the leading cause of premature death in horses.
Pain medications for arthritis
Pain due to arthritis or after surgery can be treated with multiple drugs. Each drug class treats the pain in different ways and may have possible side effects associated with therapy.
Canine cruciate ligament injury
Rupture of the CCL is one of the most common reasons for hind limb lameness, pain, and subsequent arthritis.
Arthritis management and prevention
About osteoarthritis Overview Osteoarthritis can affect dogs and cats – as well as all other pets – of all ages and sizes/breeds. Other terms used for osteoarthritis are simply “arthritis” or “degenerative joint disease.” Similarly to people, osteoarthritis in dogs and cats can be very painful and severely limit your pet’s quality of life. Common […]
Animals and anesthesia
Learn what to expect when your pet is undergoing anesthesia or sedation for a procedure.