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Dogs

Clinical

“Kennel cough”, otherwise known as infectious tracheobronchitis (ITB), is a highly contagious illness in dogs that causes inflammation of the trachea and bronchi (tubes that carry air to the lungs).

Clinical

Nicotine Toxicity in Pets

While our dogs, cats and other companion animals are not running out to the corner store to purchase a pack of cigarettes, they are at risk for exposure to nicotine, and therefore at risk for nicotine toxicity, due to products being present in their environment.

Clinical

Thoracic Imaging: Mediastinum and Pleura

Imaging of the mediastinum and pleura in dogs and cats can be challenging, as the majority of structures are soft tissue opaque and silhouette into a fairly nondescript part of the thorax.

Clinical

Anaphylaxis in Dogs and Cats

Anaphylaxis, an acute and severe systemic allergic reaction that can be life-threatening, is due to a massive release of inflammatory mediators by mast cells and basophils.

Clinical

Canine Cushing’s Disease

Probably one of the most confusing endocrine disorders is hyperadrenocorticism or Cushing’s disease.

MSPCA-Angell Partners with Thomas J. O’Connor Animal Control & Adoption Center to Expand Access to Veterinary Care

Program Will Help Strengthen Shelter Operations

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