Immune-mediated hemolytic anemia in dogs | Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT, Board-Certified Veterinary Specialist
Immune-mediated hemolytic anemia (IMHA), often also called autoimmune mediated hemolytic anemia (AIHA), is a disease process where the body’s immune system attacks its own red blood cells (RBC). When this RBC destruction occurs, it results in severe anemia (e.g., a low RBC count) and lack of oxygen delivery to the cells in the body. As IMHA can quickly become life-threatening due to severe anemia, immediate attention by a veterinarian is imperative so we can start treatment...
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New cure for Feline Infectious Peritonitis | Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT, Board-certified Veterinary Specialist
As a veterinarian, one of my most hated feline diseases is Feline Infectious Peritonitis, commonly abbreviated FIP. This is more commonly seen in purebred cats, and is due to a coronavirus that mutates into a very dangerous disease. It can result in dry or wet FIP, and you can find more information at Cornell’s Feline Health Center. Previously, there was never a good diagnostic test (no easy blood test) or cure for this. Thankfully, some new research has just come out on this thanks to...
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Veterinary team at CES 2018 | Dr. Justine Lee, DVM, DACVECC, DABT, Board-certified veterinary specialist
So excited to be surrounded by an amazing team of veterinary professionals here at CES 2018, part of the Consumer Technology Association. I’m here with some amazing veterinary experts including: Dr. Jolle Kirpensteijn, DVM, PhD, DACVS Dr. Ernie Ward, DVM Dr. Susan Little, DVM, DACVP Dr. Mia Carey, DVM Dr. Garret Pachtinger, VMD, DACVECC Dr Mark Brady, DACVECC Dr. Jessica Vogelsang, DVM Adam Little, DVM Eric Garcia Danielle Lambert We’re excited to explore the most recent updates...
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Is homemade slime or goop poisonous to my dog? | Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT, Board-certified Veterinary Specialist
Did your dog just eat homemade slime or goop? Before you make that homemade slime for your children, make sure you know about the potential poisoning dangers to your dog! While you would never be enticed to eat that slime, your dog may find it tasty and intriguing! Recently, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center had a case where a dog died after ingesting homemade slime. While this is really rare, you do have to be careful with small dogs and cats. So what exactly is in homemade slime? Warm...
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FDA recall on dog bone treats! | Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT, Board-Certified Veterinary Specialist
Important information from the Food & Drug Administration below! https://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm208365.htm Please help spread the word to your dog-owning friends and colleagues! Thanks and keep your dog healthy and safe! No Bones (or Bone Treats) About It: Reasons Not to Give Your Dog Bones Bone treats are real bones that have been processed, sometimes flavored, and packaged for dogs. Giving your dog a “bone treat” might lead to an unexpected trip...
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Hemangiosarcoma, the deadly cancer in dogs | Dr. Justine Lee, DAVECC, DABT, Board-certified Veterinary Specialist
If your dog was just diagnosed with hemangiosarcoma, here’s what you need to know. As an emergency critical care veterinary specialist, this is my most hated type of cancer in dogs (and rarely, cats). That’s because it comes on suddenly, and results in internal bleeding. It’s so devastating to pet owners, as they think their dog is fine one day, and then ends up being diagnosed with cancer in the ER based on one day of sudden clinical signs. So, what do you need to...
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