Case Briefs

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...