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Veterinary care

The medical care of animals.

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Veterinary care

hernia

Veterinary health; Veterinary care

Abnormal protrusion of organs through a weak spot or abnormal opening, usually in the abdominal or groin areas.

calcinosis circumscripta

Veterinary health; Veterinary care

Deposits of calcium found in small lumps under the skin, in the tongue, or attached to tendons or in joint capsules.

demodectic mange

Veterinary health; Veterinary care

Skin disease characterized by hair loss particularly on the head, face, neck, shoulders and the front of the forelegs. Caused by the demodex mite which is normally found on the skin of most dogs, but ...

pancreatitis

Veterinary health; Veterinary care

Inflammation of the pancreas due to a variety of causes such as infections and drugs. The pancreas produces enzymes and bicarbonate important in digestion and absorption of nutrients as well as ...

patent ductus arteriosus (PDA)

Veterinary health; Veterinary care

The normal opening between the aorta and pulmonary artery, which allows blood to bypass the unoxygenated lung in utero, fails to close after birth.

mitral valve defect

Veterinary health; Veterinary care

A defect in the heart valve that separates the left atrium and the left ventricle.

mastitis

Veterinary health; Veterinary care

Inflammation of the mammary gland, usually due to bacterial infection.

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