| The Pet Gazette |
| Interesting Case |
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Patient: Jack Waters
Symptoms: The symptoms started with Jack going to the
litter box more frequently, urinating small amounts, and
straining to urinate. Two weeks later Jack seemed
painful and was unable to urinate at all.
Diagnostics: A urinalysis showed that jack had crystals,
white blood cells, and red blood cells in his urine. We
also did radiographs, but no visible stones were seen in
the bladder.
Treatment: Dr. Bunn attempted to unblock Jack's
urethra by inserting a urinary catheter. This was
unsuccessful due to the blockage, so a perineal
urethrostomy surgery was performed. This is a surgical
procedure to make the urethral opening larger.
Update: The surgery was successful and Jack is doing
well!
Symptoms: The symptoms started with Jack going to the
litter box more frequently, urinating small amounts, and
straining to urinate. Two weeks later Jack seemed
painful and was unable to urinate at all.
Diagnostics: A urinalysis showed that jack had crystals,
white blood cells, and red blood cells in his urine. We
also did radiographs, but no visible stones were seen in
the bladder.
Treatment: Dr. Bunn attempted to unblock Jack's
urethra by inserting a urinary catheter. This was
unsuccessful due to the blockage, so a perineal
urethrostomy surgery was performed. This is a surgical
procedure to make the urethral opening larger.
Update: The surgery was successful and Jack is doing
well!
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| Seasonal Tips |
1) Chocolate bunnies and Easter baskets
Chocolates are poisonous to dogs and cats, but dogs will eat them up if they
can get at them. If the Easter bunny is hiding a basket of candies for your
children, make sure it's in a place where your dog can't find it first. Also
remember that live chicks in an Easter basket grow up quickly into live chickens,
and Easter chicks and ducks have been reported to cause cases of salmonella in
children.
2) Lilies
Lilies are a flower common in the spring, and they are very, very toxic to cats.
But cats will often chew them, and even small amounts can lead to kidney
failure and death. Cat owners may want to pass on this spring and Easter
tradition.
3) Fleas and ticks
They can be tiny, little more than a pinhead in some instances, but they grow
and spread quickly once they find a host. The preventative treatments that you
may have discontinued in the winter should start early in the spring to keep
your pet's coat, and your home, free of pests.
4 Lawn fertilizers
Lawn fertilizers are very toxic to pets. Store fertilizers in a place far from where
your dog or cat -- and children -- can get at them. After applying fertilizers to
your lawn, follow manufacturer instructions on how long you should wait
before allowing your pet on the lawn. If you see a sign posted on a lawn that
tells you to keep your pets off, abide by it.
5) Pesticides and herbicides
It's probably not surprising that these chemicals can be toxic to your pets, but,
even when they're not lethal, there are some long-term health concerns.
Studies indicate the use of pesticides and herbicides may be tied to increased
rates of specific forms of cancer in dogs. If your pet is exposed, wash them with
soap and water immediately and call your veterinarian.
6) Coco bean mulch
It's becoming common to mulch a garden with the fragrant spent shells of coco
beans. But just like chocolate, dogs like to eat them and they are toxic.
7) Rhubarb leaves
Rhubarb makes a fine pie and it's a staple in many vegetable gardens, but the
leaves are poisonous and can cause kidney failure. For a complete list of plants
that can be dangerous to pets and a video on household poisons, visit
www.avma.org.
8) Rat and mouse poisons
Controlling vermin becomes an issue again in the spring. Be aware that the
same properties of common rat and mouse poisons that make them irresistible
to pests will also attract your pet. If consumed, these can be fatal to your
animal.
9) Cleaning products
Spring cleaning is an annual tradition in many households, but make sure the
cleaning products don't hurt your animals. If the label states "keep pets and
children away from area until dry," follow those instructions carefully, and store
all chemicals out of reach of children and pets.
10) Paint and paint thinners
If you're putting a fresh coat of paint on the house, keep the pets away. Paint
thinners, mineral spirits and other solvents can cause severe irritation or
chemical burns if swallowed or even if they come in contact with your pet's skin.
Latex house paints typically produce a minor stomach upset, but some specialty
paints may contain heavy metals or volatile substances that could be harmful if
inhaled or ingested.
11) Preventative medications
Consult with your veterinarian about seasonal medications to keep your pet
healthy. For example, in many parts of the country heartworm medications for
dogs are often discontinued in the winter. Springtime is the season to restart
this medication to keep your dog free of this parasite. But keep in mind that
manufacturers' instructions warn that heartworm medications should not be
given without first visiting your veterinarian to ensure that your pet has not
developed the heartworm parasite. A simple blood test will give you that peace
of mind.
These tips are from the AVMA.
Chocolates are poisonous to dogs and cats, but dogs will eat them up if they
can get at them. If the Easter bunny is hiding a basket of candies for your
children, make sure it's in a place where your dog can't find it first. Also
remember that live chicks in an Easter basket grow up quickly into live chickens,
and Easter chicks and ducks have been reported to cause cases of salmonella in
children.
2) Lilies
Lilies are a flower common in the spring, and they are very, very toxic to cats.
But cats will often chew them, and even small amounts can lead to kidney
failure and death. Cat owners may want to pass on this spring and Easter
tradition.
3) Fleas and ticks
They can be tiny, little more than a pinhead in some instances, but they grow
and spread quickly once they find a host. The preventative treatments that you
may have discontinued in the winter should start early in the spring to keep
your pet's coat, and your home, free of pests.
4 Lawn fertilizers
Lawn fertilizers are very toxic to pets. Store fertilizers in a place far from where
your dog or cat -- and children -- can get at them. After applying fertilizers to
your lawn, follow manufacturer instructions on how long you should wait
before allowing your pet on the lawn. If you see a sign posted on a lawn that
tells you to keep your pets off, abide by it.
5) Pesticides and herbicides
It's probably not surprising that these chemicals can be toxic to your pets, but,
even when they're not lethal, there are some long-term health concerns.
Studies indicate the use of pesticides and herbicides may be tied to increased
rates of specific forms of cancer in dogs. If your pet is exposed, wash them with
soap and water immediately and call your veterinarian.
6) Coco bean mulch
It's becoming common to mulch a garden with the fragrant spent shells of coco
beans. But just like chocolate, dogs like to eat them and they are toxic.
7) Rhubarb leaves
Rhubarb makes a fine pie and it's a staple in many vegetable gardens, but the
leaves are poisonous and can cause kidney failure. For a complete list of plants
that can be dangerous to pets and a video on household poisons, visit
www.avma.org.
8) Rat and mouse poisons
Controlling vermin becomes an issue again in the spring. Be aware that the
same properties of common rat and mouse poisons that make them irresistible
to pests will also attract your pet. If consumed, these can be fatal to your
animal.
9) Cleaning products
Spring cleaning is an annual tradition in many households, but make sure the
cleaning products don't hurt your animals. If the label states "keep pets and
children away from area until dry," follow those instructions carefully, and store
all chemicals out of reach of children and pets.
10) Paint and paint thinners
If you're putting a fresh coat of paint on the house, keep the pets away. Paint
thinners, mineral spirits and other solvents can cause severe irritation or
chemical burns if swallowed or even if they come in contact with your pet's skin.
Latex house paints typically produce a minor stomach upset, but some specialty
paints may contain heavy metals or volatile substances that could be harmful if
inhaled or ingested.
11) Preventative medications
Consult with your veterinarian about seasonal medications to keep your pet
healthy. For example, in many parts of the country heartworm medications for
dogs are often discontinued in the winter. Springtime is the season to restart
this medication to keep your dog free of this parasite. But keep in mind that
manufacturers' instructions warn that heartworm medications should not be
given without first visiting your veterinarian to ensure that your pet has not
developed the heartworm parasite. A simple blood test will give you that peace
of mind.
These tips are from the AVMA.
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