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It is a rare disease in dogs, with cats seven to ten times more likely to be infected. The disease in dogs can affect the lungs and skin, but more commonly the eye and central nervous system. [20] Ringworm is a fungal skin disease that in dogs is caused by Microsporum canis (70%), Microsporum gypseum (20%), and Trichophyton mentagrophytes (10% ...
Sudden acquired retinal degeneration syndrome. Sudden acquired retinal degeneration syndrome ( SARDS) is a disease in dogs causing sudden blindness. It can occur in any breed, but female dogs may be predisposed. [1] Approximately 4000 cases are seen in the United States annually. [2]
Carotenosis is a benign and reversible medical condition where an excess of dietary carotenoids results in orange discoloration of the outermost skin layer. The discoloration is most easily observed in light-skinned people and may be mistaken for jaundice. [ 1][ 2]: 540 [ 3]: 681 Carotenoids are lipid-soluble compounds that include alpha- and ...
Canine epileptoid cramping syndrome. Canine epileptoid cramping syndrome ( CECS ), previously known as Spike's Disease, is a hereditary dog disease initially found in Border Terriers and has since been documented in many other dog breeds including Labrador Retrievers and Chihuahuas, with similarities to canine epilepsy. Its cause is unknown. [1]
Progressive retinal atrophy. Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) is a group of genetic diseases seen in certain breeds of dogs and, more rarely, cats. Similar to retinitis pigmentosa in humans, [ 1] it is characterized by the bilateral degeneration of the retina, causing progressive vision loss culminating in blindness.
Scurvy is a disease resulting from a lack of vitamin C (ascorbic acid). [ 1] Early symptoms of deficiency include weakness, fatigue, and sore arms and legs. [ 1][ 2] Without treatment, decreased red blood cells, gum disease, changes to hair, and bleeding from the skin may occur. [ 1][ 3] As scurvy worsens, there can be poor wound healing ...
Hypervitaminosis A refers to the toxic effects of ingesting too much preformed vitamin A (retinyl esters, retinol, and retinal ). Symptoms arise as a result of altered bone metabolism and altered metabolism of other fat-soluble vitamins. Hypervitaminosis A is believed to have occurred in early humans, and the problem has persisted throughout ...
Chronic superficial keratitis in a dog. Chronic superficial keratitis ( CSK ), also known as pannus or Uberreiter's disease, is an inflammatory condition of the cornea in dogs, particularly seen in the German Shepherd. Both eyes are usually affected. The corneas gradually become pigmented and infiltrated by blood vessels, and the dog may ...