Diseases & conditions

Cardiomyopathy literally means disease of the heart muscle. Canines suffer from two types of cardiomyopathy: dilated cardiomyopathy and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.

Ear problems are one of the most common conditions brought to vets. Often, ear problems are linked with allergies, but may be indicative of a more serious issue.

Dogs usually pass about one or two stools a day, though it is not uncommon for some dogs to go a couple of days without a bowel movement. Constipation occurs in most dogs at one time or another, and fortunately most cases are not serious and can be treated quite easily.

Cherry Eye or ‘third eyelid’ is a disorder that occurs when the nictitating membrane or third eyelid is released from its position and protrudes out over part of the eye.

A trichobezoar, also known as a hairball or furball, is a long cylindrical mass of hair that forms in the stomach. It is normal for cats to vomit up the occasional trichobezoar, particularly longer haired cats.

Dog coughing is one of the most common complaints that veterinarians hear day-to-day. Just like human beings, the reason for coughing in dogs varies greatly and could mean very little or something more serious; it depends on a number of factors.

Cat Scratch Disease or CSD as it’s commonly known is a severe bacterial infection that is passed from cats to humans and causes swelling of the lymph nodes. The infection is known as Cat Scratch Disease because it is passed on by means of scratches, licking or biting. Over 90% of all Cat Scratch Disease cases have been due to contact with a cat or kitten.

Cat Hyperthyroidism is a common illness in cats over 10 years of age.  It is the result of an increase in the production of thyroid hormones from the thyroid glands.