Addison’s Disease (Hypoadrenocorticism) in Dogs: When Low-Stress Becomes Stressful

May 18, 2018February 26, 20204 Comments

The Meowing Vet discusses canine Hypoadrenocorticism, or Addison's Disease, an endocrine system disorder in which the body fails to produce adequate levels of vital hormones. Learn more about the potentially fatal consequences of untreated Addison's Disease in our article below... *Note: the terms "hypoadrenocorticism" and "Addison's Disease" shall be used interchangeably.* What Is Hypoadrenocorticism? (Pathophysiology) … Continue reading Addison’s Disease (Hypoadrenocorticism) in Dogs: When Low-Stress Becomes Stressful

Canine Mitral Valve Disease: "How Can You Mend a Broken Heart?" - The Meowing Vet

Canine Degenerative Mitral Valve Disease: “How Can You Mend a Broken Heart?”

February 23, 2018March 27, 20212 Comments

To wrap up the month of February, which celebrates American Heart Month and Heart Awareness Month, The Meowing Vet is back with yet another cardiac-focused veterinary article to bring pet owner awareness to Canine Degenerative Mitral Valve Disease. Degenerative mitral valve disease is the most common form of heart disease in dogs as a whole. It … Continue reading Canine Degenerative Mitral Valve Disease: “How Can You Mend a Broken Heart?”

Don’t Go Breaking My Heart: Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) in Dogs and Cats

February 5, 2018April 25, 202116 Comments

Hi, pet parents! It's February, which serves as American Heart Month as well as Heart Awareness Month. So what better time to discuss one of the most common manifestations of cardiac disease in dogs and cats: Congestive Heart Failure? Congestive heart failure (CHF) in dogs and cats is a serious concern for many … Continue reading Don’t Go Breaking My Heart: Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) in Dogs and Cats