#Disease

Cats • February 18, 2021

What is Addison’s Disease in Cats?

The adrenal glands in a feline are positioned in front of the right and left kidneys. There are two important parts of each adrenal gland that include the cortex(outer layer)and the medulla (the center). The adrenal cortex consists of three layers, and each contains a different collection of steroidal hormones. They include the following: The […]

Oluwafemi Peter • November 23, 2024

Dogs • February 18, 2021

What is Autoimmune Disease in Dogs?

Autoimmune disease in dogs occurs at any age and is uncommon. It happens when the entire body of the dog develops and deposits high antigen-antibody complexes, targeting cells, organs and tissues as they would usually target diseases. Systemic autoimmune disease in dogs refers to a variety of autoimmune diseases in which a dog’s immune system, […]

Oluwafemi Peter • November 23, 2024

Dogs • February 18, 2021

What is Coccidiosis (Coccidia) In Dogs?

Coccidiosis is an intestinal tract infection caused by a single-celled organism (a protozoa) known as coccidia. Coccidia can be sub-classified into a number of genera (groups), and each genus has a number of species. It’s been discovered that at least four different genera of coccidia can infect dogs. Some of the common coccidia includes; Isospora […]

Oluwafemi Michael • November 23, 2024

Dogs • February 18, 2021

What is Coronavirus in Dogs?

There have been questions going around by pet owners if their pets can also be affected by the global outbreak of the coronavirus. Own a cat? Check this. Most search engines have recorded keywords like “Coronavirus in dogs,” as people with dogs as pets fear that their animals might become potential carriers of the virus. […]

Oluwafemi Michael • November 23, 2024

Cats • February 18, 2021

What is Coronavirus in Cats?

Coronavirus in cats specifically, the Feline coronavirus (FCoV), is a viral disease under the family – coronaviridae causes cats to have diarrhea, but it can also result in a more severe infection called the feline infectious peritonitis (FIP). Own a dog? check this. Other strains of coronavirus that can infect cats include; The feline coronavirus […]

Oluwafemi Michael • November 23, 2024

Features • February 18, 2021

What Causes Cysticercosis in Animals?

Cysticercosis is a disease, which affects the muscles of infected animals. The livestock species that are generally affected include cattle and pigs. The larvae of a human tapeworm induce cysticercosis. There have never been any known cases of porcine cysticercosis (pig) in Canada, and it is induced by the larvae of the human tapeworm called […]

Oluwafemi Peter • November 23, 2024

Bovidae • February 18, 2021

What is Pasteurellosis in Sheeps and Goats?

Pasteurellosis is a devastating condition that affects sheep. It’s amongst the most common factors of mortality in sheep and often linked to stress. This disease has a vast economic significance, and it is responsible for an increase in mortality rate as well as the substantial treatment expenses. Several factors, including stress and environment/management, play a […]

Oluwafemi Peter • November 23, 2024

Dogs • February 18, 2021

What is Dilated Cardiomyopathy in Dogs?

Dilated cardiomyopathy is a condition that results in progressive heart muscle dysfunction, chamber dilation, and subsequent congestive heart failure or death. It affects primarily large and giant dog breeds, and the exact cause of the disorder is unclear. However, there is a presumption that genetic factors play a role. No proven successful preventive technique for […]

Oluwafemi Peter • November 23, 2024

Features • February 18, 2021

What is Tick-borne Encephalitis (TBE)?

Tick-borne Encephalitis (TBE) is a disease caused by a virus transmitted by tick bites. You will also get Tick-borne Encephalitis by eating or consuming unpasteurized milk items (such as milk and cheese) from tainted goats, sheep or cows. Tick-borne Encephalitis (TBE) is a bacterial infectious disease of the central nervous system. The condition is most […]

Aigbini Jennifer • November 23, 2024

Cats • February 18, 2021

What is Megaesophagus in Cats?

Do you love pets? If you do, what’s your favorite? Well, people are different and adopt various pets for one reason or the other, but cats are the most commonly domesticated animals. According to 2017 statistics, 68% of all United States households had at least one cat which made the total number of cats adopted […]

Kingsley Felix • November 23, 2024