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2 08, 2024

Cushing’s Disease in Cats: Cause, Signs & Treatment Options

Carl Palazzolo2025-04-11T08:22:14-07:00August 2nd, 2024|Cats, Skin Conditions|

Introduction Cushing's Disease (also known as hyperadrenocorticism- (Cushing's is easier to pronounce, so stick with that word) results when the adrenal glands secrete an excess amount of cortisone. It is named Cushing's because that is the name of the doctor that discovered this disease. This is a rare disease in cats as opposed to dogs, so this page will emphasize dogs and how it compares to cats. It is a very complex disease, and if you want to read about all of the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology about this disease, and treatment, then follow this link- This disease is the

2 08, 2024

Anesthesia

Carl Palazzolo2024-10-25T00:22:28-07:00August 2nd, 2024|Avian, Cats, Dogs, Ferret, Guinea Pig, Pot Bellied Pigs, Rabbit, Rat, Reptile|

One of the most important tools available to veterinarians to thoroughly and painlessly treat pets is the advent of modern day anesthetics. These anesthetic agents allow us to sedate and anesthetize a wide variety of animals with negligible chance of serious side effects. In addition to sedating them for surgery, these anesthetics enable smooth and pain-free recovery. We work closely with the American Animal Hospital Association and their guidelines for anesthesia. The doctors at the Long Beach Animal and emergency hospital have been successfully anesthetizing a wide variety of exotic and domestic animals since 1989. If your pet requires anesthesia

2 08, 2024

Dog Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS)

Carl Palazzolo2024-10-25T00:28:56-07:00August 2nd, 2024|Dogs|

Growing old is a natural process and a fact of life, for all of us, including our four-legged dog and cat family members. This is especially prevalent in dogs and cats since they age faster than us humanoids. Family members will probably be the first to notice the subtle changes of Canine Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome or CDS. It may be more than just "getting old." There is a Prescription Diet food made by Hills that is used to treat this problem. You will learn more about it later in this page. Dogs with CDS may show signs of confusion, forgetfulness,

2 08, 2024

Symptoms of Diseases

Carl Palazzolo2024-10-25T00:17:09-07:00August 2nd, 2024|Avian, Cats, Dogs, Ferret, Guinea Pig, Pot Bellied Pigs, Rabbit, Reptile, Tips|

It is sometimes difficult to determine if your pet is ill, especially since many pets have subtle signs of illness that they easily hide from owners. Here are 7 basic areas you should observe on a daily basis to help determine if your pet needs an exam by one of our doctors. If you have any doubt that your pet is ill you should not hesitate to seek veterinary care since animals like our domestic pets, and especially birds, are masters at hiding serious illness. You don't want to wait until your bird looks like this before bringing it in In addition

2 08, 2024

Rabbit Teeth Conditions

Carl Palazzolo2024-10-24T23:27:36-07:00August 2nd, 2024|Rabbit|

Rabbit teeth grow continuously throughout their lives. Normal chewing action wears them down just to the point that they don't overgrow. This is one of the reasons it is important to feed your rabbit a high fiber diet. A rabbit that has a malocclusion does not have this normal wearing action and can suffer overgrown teeth. This problem can be serious enough to inhibit the ability to eat. This page goes over rabbit teeth conditions. To learn more about rabbits in general, visit the House Rabbit Society website. Incisor Teeth These teeth grow continuously, so unless there is something for them

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