Case Briefs

A “Pana” Injury That Required Surgical Removal Penetrating injuries caused by improvised projectiles can produce considerably more tissue damage than what is visible at the skin surface. In this case, a locally known “pana” became deeply embedded in the dog’s soft tissues and required controlled surgical...

When Rough Play Leads to an Infected Ear Wound A traumatic injury to the pinna, or external ear flap, can initially appear minor but may progress when bacteria enter through damaged skin. In this case, an ear wound sustained during a household scuffle developed into a localized auricular abscess—a pocket...

Not Every Enlarged Abdomen Is Pyometra Abdominal distension in dogs can result from several conditions, including organ enlargement, fluid accumulation, pregnancy, uterine disease, or an intra-abdominal mass. Although the radiographic appearance in this patient initially resembled an enlarged tubular...

Shoelace Removed from the Stomach Before It Caused More Damage Linear foreign bodies are a common gastrointestinal emergency in cats, particularly when string-like materials such as shoelaces, yarn, ribbon, or thread are ingested. Because these objects can become anchored within the gastrointestinal...

Toe Tumor Removed to Improve Comfort and Function Digital carcinoma is a malignant neoplastic condition affecting the tissues of the digit. In canine patients, these lesions may present as progressive swelling, deformity, pain, nail-bed disruption, lameness, or a persistent mass involving the toe. Because...

A Hidden Testicle That Became a Groin Mass Cryptorchidism is a developmental condition in which one or both testicles fail to descend normally into the scrotum. In this patient, the retained testicle was located in the inguinal region and had become markedly enlarged, presenting externally as a prominent...

Triumph over Transmissible Venereal Tumor: A Remarkable Journey of Healing In the heartwarming tale of a resilient pet dog, an unexpected challenge emerged when tumors on the eye, neck, and rump were discovered. The owner sought the expertise of Aycardo Veterinary Center Inc. (AVCI), where a comprehensive...

Pyometra is a serious and potentially life-threatening reproductive disorder that commonly affects unspayed female dogs and cats. This condition is characterized by the accumulation of pus within the uterus, and if left untreated, it can lead to severe complications. In this article, we will delve into...

Urinary bladder stones, also known as uroliths or cystic calculi, are hard masses of minerals that form in the bladder of some pets. They can cause various symptoms, such as blood in the urine, difficulty urinating, frequent urination, and pain. Sometimes, they can also block the urethra, the tube that...

Tetanus in Pets: A Case Report of a Dog with Stiff Ears, Cherry Eye, and Lateral Strabismus Tetanus is a rare but serious condition that affects the nervous system and causes muscle spasms and rigidity. It is caused by a toxin produced by the bacteria Clostridium tetani, which can enter the body through...

Whippet’s Recovery from Paracetamol Toxicity: A Lesson in Responsible Medication A recent case at Aycardo Veterinary Center Inc. (AVCI) involving a male Whippet serves as a poignant reminder of the potential dangers lurking in our medicine cabinets. The Whippet’s ordeal began with well-intentioned...

Pemphigus in Pets: A Comprehensive Understanding and Proper Diagnosis At Aycardo Veterinary Center Inc. (AVCI), two distressed dogs recently sought help for their chronic skin conditions, which had eluded accurate diagnoses and effective treatment. These cases shed light on the significance of proper...

Successful Treatment of Coagulopathy-Related Hematoma and Ear Infection in a Canine Patient with Carica Papaya Leaf Extract (CPLE) Coagulopathy is a disorder characterized by impaired blood clotting, which can lead to various health complications in pets. This article presents a case of a male canine...

A Case Study: Promising Results in the Treatment of Canine Mammary Tumor and Lipoma Canine mammary tumors and lipomas are commonly encountered in veterinary practice, posing a significant concern for dog owners and veterinarians alike. In this article, we present a brief case study of a canine patient...

Feline Viral Infections: FPV, FCV and FCoV Feline viral infections are common diseases that affect cats of all ages and breeds. Some of the most important viral infections are caused by feline panleukopenia virus (FPV), feline calicivirus (FCV) and feline coronavirus (FCoV). These viruses can cause various...

Haemoproteus infection in pet birds Haemoproteus is a genus of protozoan parasites that infect the blood cells of birds, reptiles and amphibians¹. Haemoproteus infection, also known as pseudomalaria or haemoproteosis, is common in wild birds but can also affect pet birds, especially cockatiels, budgerigars,...

Paroxysmal Dyskinesia in Dogs: A Rare and Challenging Condition Paroxysmal dyskinesia is a neurological disorder characterized by sudden and involuntary muscle contractions, leading to uncontrolled jerking movements. While seizures are often mistaken for this condition, it is crucial to differentiate...

Hypothyroidism is a condition characterized by a deficiency of thyroid hormone production in the body. Thyroid hormones play a vital role in regulating various metabolic processes, including hair growth and maintenance. When a dog has hypothyroidism, the reduced levels of thyroid hormones can disrupt...

This pet suffered a subconjunctival hemorrhage (red eye) as a result of a dog fight. Utilizing our trained expertise, AVCI was able to pinpoint thrombocytopenia, a condition characterized by low platelet count, as the primary factor affecting the pet’s ocular tissue. Swift and suitable management...

At AVCI, we don’t just see a bloated tummy as a mere symptom. We thoroughly examine the contents of your pet’s abdominal fluid to ensure comprehensive evaluation. This is a sample of fluid taken from a dog with ascites via abdominocentesis. The fluid has a certain content that...

At Aycardo Veterinary Center Inc. (AVCI), a male canine patient recently underwent a remarkable recovery from a right eye problem. Diagnosed as a descemetocele, the patient required a specialized surgical procedure called temporary tarsorrhaphy to correct the condition. Following the surgery, the diligent...

A female canine patient that recently gave birth was suffering from eclampsia, a life-threatening condition caused by low blood calcium levels (hypocalcemia). The dog had a very low calcium blood level leading to tremors and tachycardia. She was brought to Aycardo Veterinary Center Inc. (AVCI) for emergency...