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November 6, 2008

Dog Strokes

Canine Strokes - An Owner’s Guide to Strokes in Dogs
By D Swain

Strokes in dogs are very rare. They occur when the blood flow to the brain has been impaired. There are two types of strokes, namely hemorrhagic and schemic. The former occurs when a vessel breaks, while the latter occurs when blood supply is diminished for some reason.

Dog Strokes
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Causes

Canine strokes can occur for a number of reasons. Some occur because of severe trauma to the head, such as being hit by a car. Dogs that ingest poisons may also have a stroke. Underlying medical conditions can also be to blame. Common conditions include Cushing’s disease, heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes, and brain tumors.

Symptoms

Unfortunately, strokes in dogs can produce some of the same symptoms caused by other diseases or conditions. Some of the most common signs include head tilting, constant circling, and difficulty walking. It is also common for dogs to experience sudden behavioral changes, loss of bowel control, and blindness.

Diagnosis

If your dog exhibits any of these symptoms, you will need to seek medical assistance quickly. Quick diagnosis and treatment goes a long way towards a complete recovery. The veterinarian will start out by physically examining your dog. If your dog has had a stroke, he will perform a CT scan or MRI to try to determine the cause. These two procedures require that your dog be anesthetized.

Treatment

Canine strokes are treated by determining the underlying medical condition and treated it if possible. Successful treatment of this condition will prevent future strokes. Unfortunately, the damage caused by these strokes is irreparable. Most dogs recover motor functions and have a complete recovery within a few weeks. However, your dog may have certain behavioral changes after having one.

As mentioned, it’s unlikely that your dog will ever suffer a stroke. However, there are many other canine illnesses that could affect your dog. As an owner, you should be aware of the causes, symptoms, and treatments of some of these conditions. So, stop by dog-illnesses.com today to learn about a wide range of conditions such as canine cataracts.

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Pancreatic Cancer

Filed under: General, Dog Health

Dogs can develop pancreas cancer regardless of their breed, age, or sex; in general all types of dogs are susceptible to the disease. The cause of pancreatitis in dogs is not very well understood. There are a few things that we know can predispose to the development of pancreatitis.

An Owner’s Guide to Pancreatic Cancer in Dogs
By D Swain

Your dog’s pancreas produces hormones and digestive enzymes. Pancreatic cancer in dogs is a very serious medical condition. It is usually fatal. This is because symptoms don’t appear until the cancer is already well-advanced.

Pancreatic Dog
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Symptoms

This disease causes tumors to develop in the pancreas. This usually causes the dog’s stool to have blood in it. Other common symptoms include lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea, and loss of appetite. Neurological signs can also be present and include seizures and loss of coordination.

Diagnosis

If your dog displays these symptoms, you should take him to a veterinarian as soon as possible. As mentioned, the disease is usually in an advanced stage before you notice anything and seek treatment. In order to diagnose this disease, the veterinarian will have to perform enzyme and blood tests to check for damage to the pancreas.

Treatment

Unfortunately, pancreatic cancer in dogs often proves to be difficult to treat. Surgery is one of the primary methods of treatment. However, if the disease has already spread to other areas of the body, surgery will have no effect. Tumors may also cause bowel obstruction as they grow. This will require gastrointestinal bypass surgery.

In addition to surgery, the veterinarian may elect to give radiation and prescription drugs. Most dogs are not given food so that the pancreas can rest and not have to secrete digestive enzymes. Without food, your dog will need to be given nutrients and vitamins by IV.

Prognosis

The prognosis for dog pancreatic cancer is very poor. After displaying signs of disease, most dogs won’t live longer than a year.

Pancreatic cancer in dogs is a very serious disease. There are also many more dog diseases that can affect your precious pet. So, stop by dog-illnesses.com to learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatments of a wide range of conditions such as canine lymphoma.

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