Using Rapid Acting Insulin Analogues to Treat Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Dogs
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a life-threatening condition that develops in many dogs and cats with diabetes mellitus (1).
Hyperthyroid Cats, Cantaloupe, and Hill's y/d Diet
Would you know if it is okay to feed cantaloupe to a hyperthyroid cat being managed with the low iodine y/d diet?
Hypertension and Proteinuria: Frequent Complications of Cushing's Disease in Dogs
Hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing’s syndrome) is a common endocrine disorder in dogs and is characterized by chronically elevated circulating concentrations of the steroid hormones (e.g., cortisol) produced by the adrenal cortex (1,2).
A 5-Tiered Approach for Medical Treatment of Hypercalcemia in Dogs
The definitive treatment of hypercalcemia involves treating or removing the underlying cause (see my post on the Top 10 Differentials for Hypercalcemia.
Characteristics of Commercially Manufactured and Compounded PZI Insulin
Protamine zinc insulin is a long-acting insulin preparation commonly used for treatment of diabetes mellitus in cats (1-3) and, less commonly, in dogs (4).
Hyperthyroidism in Cats: Past and Upcoming Topics
As you know, if you have been following this blog, I've spent much of the last few months writing about issue of hyperthyroidism, the most common endocrine disorder of the cat.
Video: When to Use Transdermal Drugs Like Methimazole
In this video, veterinary pharmacologist Dr. Dawn Boothe helps you decide whether you should administer drugs transdermally and when this route might work.
Thyroid Tumors and Hyperthyroidism in Dogs
In dogs, thyroid tumors are common, representing approximately 1 to 4% of all canine neoplasms.
Must Insulin Be Stored in the Refrigerator?
I have a newly diagnosed diabetic dog on NPH insulin, whose owner has not been refrigerating the insulin (Novolin N).
Flame Retardant Chemicals in House Dust Linked to Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism is the most common endocrine disorder of cats and is a frequently diagnosed disease in small animal practice.
How Does Radioiodine Really Work to Treat Hyperthyroidism?
I had a general question regarding radioiodine (I-131) treatment for hyperthyroid cats. Although I have referred a number of feline patients for this treatment, I do not know that much about the details of the treatment.
Hypothyroid-Induced Insulin Resistance in Dogs
Hypothyroidism has been associated with poor glycemic control in diabetic dogs is thought to be an uncommon cause of insulin resistance (1).
Controlling Polyuria in Addison's Dogs Treated with Prednisone
I have a 3-year old, F/S Chihuahua, who was recently diagnosed with Addison's disease.
A 5-Tiered Approach for Medical Treatment of Hypercalcemia in Dogs
The definitive treatment of hypercalcemia involves treating or removing the underlying cause (see my post on the Top 10 Differentials for Hypercalcemia.
Characteristics of Commercially Manufactured and Compounded PZI Insulin
Protamine zinc insulin is a long-acting insulin preparation commonly used for treatment of diabetes mellitus in cats (1-3) and, less commonly, in dogs (4).
