Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE) is a cause of vomiting and bloody diarrhea in dogs. Learn why prompt diagnosis and treatment by your veterinarian is necessary to prevent potentially life-threatening complications from impacting your dog. What Is HGE? Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE), also called acute hemorrhagic diarrhea syndrome (AHDS), is an acute (or sudden) cause of bloody diarrhea … Continue reading Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis (HGE) in Dogs
PATIENT SIGNALMENT: Canine. Yorkshire terrier mix. Female, spayed. 13 years old. HISTORY / CLINICAL SIGNS: Several month Hx of fatigue, weight loss, decreased appetite, diarrhea, occasional vomiting, urinary accidents in the house, and increased thirst. Not up-to-date on DHPP vaccine. Not on consistent flea/tick/HW preventives. No other pets in the household. No known toxic insult. … Continue reading Clinical Case: geriatric dog with weight loss and increased urination