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Epilepsy is a chronic condition caused by disrupted electrical signals in the brain. Think of epilepsy as a brief electrical storm. Although epilepsy is deemed as a human condition, pets could also suffer from an epileptic episode. Pet epilepsy is more common in dogs than in cats. Any breed of dog can develop this condition but golden retrievers, Staffordshire bull …

Tension Myositis Syndrome – also known as tension neck syndrome – is a condition that affects the neck and back. This condition causes psychogenic musculoskeletal and nerve symptoms including stiffness, inflammation, and pain in the neck area. The neck or cervical spine is comprised of a vertebra that extends from the upper torso to the skull. This disc absorbs shock …

Just like human beings, animals develop allergies too. And for pets, allergies are often mistakenly diagnosed as an ailment. That’s why it’s important to learn all about the symptoms of an allergic reaction to provide the right treatment for your pets. A vet should check any sign of an allergic reaction right away. Once the allergy is diagnosed, it is …

Meningitis is the acute inflammation of the brain and spinal cord’s protective membranes. This condition is triggered by bacterial, viral and fungal inflammation. But there are cases wherein meningitis is caused by certain medications. Signs and Symptoms of Meningitis The most common signs and symptoms of meningitis are a stiff neck, headache, confusion, fever, altered consciousness, and intolerance of bright …

The blood is a type of liquid tissue made up of solid and liquid components. The solid parts of the blood are red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. The liquid component of the blood is plasma. Although blood disorders typically affect the solid components of the blood, some blood disorders also affect the clear, liquid part of the …

Did you know that kidney disease is the leading cause of death in cats? And that this condition is highly preventable as long as it is detected early? A cat’s kidneys help filter out waste from the blood, regulate blood pressure, and generate certain hormones. Over time, a cat’s kidneys start to age and fail. If left untreated, renal disease …