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Bleeding Disorders of Dogs
date January 29, 2025
When bleeding occurs in an organ or body part, a process is set in motion to stop the bleeding. This is called hemostasis. In order to work, hemostasis requires an adequate number of platelets, the right amount of blood clotting proteins (often referred to as factors), and blood vessels that constrict properly. When an injury occurs, the wall of the blood vessel breaks. A normally responsive blood vessel will narrow so that blood flows more slowly
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Malignant Lymphoma in Dogs
date January 29, 2025
Malignant lymphoma is a common cancer in dogs. It is a progressive, deadly disease caused by the harmful growth of lymphocytes. Lymphoma most commonly arises from lymphoid tissues in the bone marrow, thymus, lymph nodes, or spleen. Other common sites include the skin, eye, central nervous system, and bone. Although it is common, the causes and origin of the disease are not well understood. Possible causes or contributing factors include viral infection, environmenta
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Blood Parasites of Dogs
date January 29, 2025
Blood parasites are organisms that live in the blood of their animal hosts. These parasites can range from single-celled protozoa to more complex bacteria and rickettsiae. The method of transmission varies, depending on the parasite, but often they are transmitted through the bites of ticks or flies.   Babesiosis Babesiosis is a disease transmitted by ticks. It is caused by protozoan parasites
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Anemia in Dogs
date January 24, 2025
Anemia occurs when there is a decrease in the number of red blood cells, which can be measured by red blood cell count or hemoglobin concentration. It can develop from loss, destruction, or lack of production of red blood cells. Anemia is classified as regenerative or nonregenerative. In a regenerative anemia, the bone marrow responds appropriately to the decreased number of red blood cells by incr
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Blood Groups and Blood Transfusions in Dogs
date January 24, 2025
Blood groups are determined by the presence or absence of certain antigens (proteins and sugars) on the red blood cell membrane. Dogs have more than 12 blood groups, and their red blood cells may contain any combination of these since each blood group is inherited independently. The most important of these is called Dog Erythrocyte Antigen (DEA) 1.1. Typing of blood donors and r
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Platelets of Dogs
date January 24, 2025
Platelets are small, cell-like particles produced in the bone marrow and then released into the blood. They function to start the formation of blood clots. Platelets gather where bleeding occurs and clump together to form the initial plug that stops or slows the flow of blood. Platelets also release substances that are needed to complete the clotting process. Platelet disorders
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White Blood Cells of Dogs
date January 24, 2025
The function of white blood cells (also called leukocytes) is to defend the body against infection. There are 2 main types of white blood cells formed in the bone marrow: phagocytes and lymphocytes.
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Red Blood Cells of Dogs
date January 23, 2025
The main function of red blood cells (also called erythrocytes) is to carry oxygen to the tissues, where it is required for cellular metabolism. Oxygen molecules attach themselves to carrier molecules, called hemoglobin, which are the iron-containing proteins in red blood cells that give the cells their red color. Oxygen is carried from the lungs and delivered to all body tissues by the hemoglobin
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Providing a Home for a Pet Bird
date January 23, 2025
Understanding your bird and providing an appropriate habitat can go a long way toward building a good relationship with your pet. Learn everything you can about your bird, its normal habits, and how to keep it healthy and happy. This knowledge will help you provide a home that supports your pet’s needs. Your avian veterinarian, experienced bird breeders, books, and reputable websites offer many helpful sources of
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Selecting a Bird
date January 23, 2025
Individuals seeking information about selecting a bird most appropriate for their family can learn about bird breeds, housing, nutritional requirements, typical temperament, and other important information by consulting avian veterinarians, local bird clubs, books, experienced breeders, and several reliable Internet sites including that for the Association of Avian Veterinarians. The temperament and beha
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