The Meowing Vet provides dog owners with an in-depth educational resource on the complex endocrine disorder of canine Hyperadrenocorticism, or Cushing's Disease, a disorder in which the body produces an excessive amount of stress hormone. Learn more about the potential multi-organ complications of this "stressful" endocrine disorder below... *Note: the terms "hyperadrenocorticism" and "Cushing's Disease" … Continue reading Cushing’s Disease (Hyperadrenocorticism) in Dogs: The Potbelly Disease of Canines
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My Pet Is Sweeter Than Yours: Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs and Cats
Dogs and cats can develop diabetes mellitus, commonly referred as simply "diabetes," the same as their human counterparts can. Diabetes is more complicated than merely having high blood sugar and can seriously impact our pet's overall health. As part of National Pet Diabetes Monthย in November, The Meowing Vet explains the causes, signs, and therapies of … Continue reading My Pet Is Sweeter Than Yours: Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs and Cats
When Your Pet Has a Muffin Top: Fighting Pet Obesity in Dogs and Cats
Obesity is not only a growing problem in people, but our dogs and cats are also at risk of expanding waistlines. We love to love our pets through food. Consequentially, pet obesity statistics are on the rise as are veterinary health problems secondary to carrying around excessive body weight. The Meowing Vet explains the health … Continue reading When Your Pet Has a Muffin Top: Fighting Pet Obesity in Dogs and Cats
The Pee-Pee Dance: Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) in Dogs and Cats
Cross your legs, folks! This article is gonna make you feel the need to pee. If your dog or cat has a sudden increased urge to urinate, he or she may have a lower urinary tract infection (UTI or bladder infection). The Meowing Vet explains the other signs of a UTI in pets and how … Continue reading The Pee-Pee Dance: Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) in Dogs and Cats