By Carl Palazzolo
/ April 18, 2020
Introduction Demodectic mange (Demodecosis) is caused by an external parasite that is also present in low numbers on healthy animals...
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By Carl Palazzolo
/ April 17, 2020
Introduction to Spleen Disease (Hemangiosarcoma, Hematoma) It is not uncommon for us to encounter problems with the spleen. Sometimes it...
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By Carl Palazzolo
/ April 16, 2020
Rats are prone to tumors, commonly in the mammary glands and in the uterus. These tumors can be benign or malignant....
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By Carl Palazzolo
/ April 16, 2020
Introduction It is not uncommon for a dog or cat to fracture its forearm. The two bones that are usually...
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By Carl Palazzolo
/ April 16, 2020
What is Neutering in Rats? Neutering, also called castration or orchiectomy, is removal of the testicles in the male rat....
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By Carl Palazzolo
/ April 13, 2020
On occasion we are presented with a dog or a cat that has a swollen ear flap (pinna). The swelling...
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By Carl Palazzolo
/ April 12, 2020
Growing old is a natural process and a fact of life, for all of us, including our four-legged dog and...
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By Carl Palazzolo
/ April 12, 2020
By Carl Palazzolo
/ April 12, 2020
Cushing's Disease (also known as hyperadrenocorticism- (Cushing's is easier to pronounce, so stick with that word) results when the adrenal...
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By Carl Palazzolo
/ April 12, 2020
This page confirms the importance of routine yearly exams, and close owner observation, on our pets. Large breed dogs can...
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By Carl Palazzolo
/ April 12, 2020
Even though lead has been banned from gasoline and pet we still see the problem on occasion, so after reading...
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By Carl Palazzolo
/ April 12, 2020
Introduction Parrot fever in a bird has many names, including Chlamydiosis, Psittacosis and Ornithosis. It is called Psittacosis when it...
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By Carl Palazzolo
/ April 11, 2020
Introduction An important diagnostic modality we use to make an accurate diagnosis on our dog patients is radiography, more commonly...
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By Carl Palazzolo
/ April 10, 2020
On this page you will learn about causes, diagnostic tests, and treatment options for various types of bladder stones in...
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By Carl Palazzolo
/ April 10, 2020
Introduction Urinary bladder infections (UTI- Urinary Tract Infections or cystitis) are common in cats, especially females. As we learn more...
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By Carl Palazzolo
/ April 10, 2020
Some canine fractures are so severe they require the expertise of a specialist in bone surgery. We have a specialist...
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By Carl Palazzolo
/ April 10, 2020
Introduction Stones in the urinary tract (kidneys, ureters, and urinary bladder) are common in cats. Even though cats do get...
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By Carl Palazzolo
/ April 8, 2020
Introduction The scientific word for cancer is neoplasia, meaning new growth. In reality, it is an abnormal growth of cells...
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By Carl Palazzolo
/ April 7, 2020
This page has two C-section (Caesarian) surgeries on it. This first one you come to when you scroll down was...
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By Carl Palazzolo
/ April 5, 2020
Introduction California Desert Tortoises get bladder stones. Sometimes the bladder stones are small, and we can use a surgical approach...
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