Creature Comforts

Actinobacillosis is a bacterial infection in horses that can cause severe systemic disease in foals and localized abscesses in adults. Early diagnosis,…

Abortion in horses can result from infections, reproductive abnormalities, or environmental stressors. Recognizing the signs early and getting prompt veterinary care helps…

A mare breeding soundness exam evaluates the reproductive tract to identify issues that may reduce conception or pregnancy success. It combines external…

Congenital and genetic digestive disorders in foals can cause fatal blockages, poor absorption, and severe colic soon after birth. Early diagnosis, genetic…

Horse eyeworms, or thelaziasis, are parasitic infections that affect the eyes and tear ducts and are spread by face flies. Early signs…

Hearing loss in horses can be congenital or acquired and may affect training, behavior, and safety. This guide explains common causes, warning…

Streptococcus equi subsp. zooepidemicus is a serious swine pathogen that can cause sudden septicemia and high mortality. Outbreaks spread mainly through contaminated…

Horse eye tumors can affect the eyelids, conjunctiva, orbit, and inside the eye, with squamous cell carcinoma the most common. Light-pigmented horses…

Corneal lacerations are serious eye emergencies in dogs and cats that require rapid evaluation and treatment. This guide covers causes, diagnosis, conservative…

Glucagonoma is a rare but serious pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor seen mostly in dogs. It causes excessive glucagon production, leading to skin lesions,…

Biliary disorders in dogs and cats can range from silent congenital malformations to severe disease causing portal hypertension, encephalopathy, and ascites. This…

Malassimilation syndromes are serious digestive disorders that prevent large animals from absorbing nutrients properly. They can cause weight loss, diarrhea, edema, and…