Heartworm Diagnosis

Dogs and cats that do not receive monthly heartworm prevention are at increased risk. Dogs and cats may be heartworm infested and not show clinical signs. In dogs the most common clinical signs include coughing, exercise intolerance, acute respiratory distress and collapse. Cats are less likely to show clinical signs, but when they do, coughing, difficulty breathing, vomiting and lethargy are commonly observed.

 

 

Dr. Leo Londono D.V.M.- HAH

University of Florida

Canine Bloat

Gastric Dilation Volvulus (AKA:Bloat, gastric torsion, GDV). Large, deep-chested dogs are predisposed to this condition where the stomach rotates around itself. Risk factors associated with this condition include stress, once a day feeding, dogs that eat too fast and/or exercise after eating.

The signs of bloat include abdominal distention, abdominal pain, salivation, retching and/or vomiting. If your dog shows these clinical signs, immediate veterinary intervention is necessary and surgery to return the stomach to a normal position.



Dr. Leo Londono D.V.M.- HAH
University of Florida