Common Pet Conditions

and abdomen. The ribs and spine are difficult to palpate (1) and decreased jumping ability (1) and muzzle/eyes (red around eyes or mouth). You may see red (1) and often have an arched back or look at their abdomen. As shock sets in (1) and pulses weaken. Eventually (1) and recurrent ear infections or skin infections (hot spots) as secondary issues. Dogs with atopy often have seasonal flares (worse during high pollen seasons) unless allergens are year-round (dust). Flea allergy causes intense back-half itching (1) and the cat may show reduced activity (1) armpits (1) back (1) belly (1) bite (1) chew (1) ears (leading to ear infections) (1) especially at the base of the tail (1) evaluate for back pain (nonspecific)-related red flags and progression (1) groin (1) gums turn pale (1) hair loss in patches (from chewing) (1) irritated skin or rash (1) may pace or have difficulty getting comfortable (1) or scratch themselves excessively. Common areas affected include the paws (licking/chewing feet) (1) pigmented skin over time (1) poor grooming (1) Signs come on suddenly. The dog’s abdomen becomes distended (bloated) and firm to the touch – often most noticeable behind the ribcage on the left side. The dog may retch unproductively (trying to vomit but nothing comes up except maybe foamy saliva). Drooling and panting are common due to pain and nausea. Affected dogs appear extremely restless or anxious (1) Signs may vary (1) The cat appears heavy with fat deposits over the ribs (1) the dog may collapse (1) The hallmark of allergies is itchy skin (pruritus) – dogs will lick (1) the heart rate rises (1) with red bumps and hair loss. Chronic allergy can also lead to thickened (1)