Lameness in horses can be caused by various conditions beyond the more commonly known ones like navicular disease and laminitis.
Anal Sac Problems & Anal Sacculectomy
Anal sacs are small pouches located near the anus of dogs and cats that produce smelly secretions. Although most pets experience no issues with their anal sacs, some may develop infections or cancer in these glands. Anal sac infections can cause pain and discomfort and may require surgery, known as an anal sacculectomy. Anal sac […]
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) is a congenital heart defect where a fetal blood vessel (ductus arteriosus) fails to close after birth. This vessel, which connects the aorta and pulmonary artery, allows blood to bypass the lungs while the fetus receives oxygen from the placenta. When a puppy takes its first breath, the ductus normally closes, […]
Splenectomy
A splenectomy is a surgical procedure that may be necessary for dogs when certain medical conditions arise. The spleen (which plays a role in filtering blood, storing red and white blood cells, and supporting the immune system) sometimes needs to be removed due to issues like tumours, trauma, or ruptures. During a splenectomy, the dog […]
