What is cryptorchidism? Cryptorchidism is a common abnormality in male dogs and cats, but it's not normal. It requires surgical removal; it shouldn't be kept. How do you know if your dog's testicle is missing? In the case of Chocolate Chip, our handsome French Bulldog, his owner noticed he only had one testicle and brought him to Taling Chan Animal Hospital. Dr. Ae (Dr. Wichayaporn Athikanon) used an ultrasound to locate the missing testicle, which was found hidden in the groin. This condition, where the testicle isn't in the scrotum, is called cryptorchidism...
Saving "Mocha's" Eye After Discovering a Deep, Near-Penetrating Ulcer! "Mocha," a French Bulldog, needed urgent eye treatment after a large, 3-millimeter-long descemetocele was discovered in her cornea. This was a highly dangerous condition, almost penetrating the innermost layers of her eye. 👁️ The case required the expertise of a veterinary ophthalmologist, Dr. Adirek Limnarongdech (Dr. Bell). Dr. Limnarongdech used a contact lens designed for animals to support the very thin cornea and reduce irritation…
A cat was rushed to the hospital with symptoms of inability to urinate, lethargy, and vomiting—dangerous signs of urinary tract obstruction. This is the case of "Charles," a 3-year-old British Longhair cat who suddenly became lethargic, vomited, and most frighteningly, couldn't urinate, requiring an emergency hospital visit! 🔍 What happened to Charles? Upon arrival at Dr. Bua's clinic…
Despite having undergone hip replacement surgery previously, Tora, a Shiba Inu, has continued to experience leg pain for the past year. Before treatment at Taling Chan Animal Hospital, Tora, a 2-year-old Shiba Inu, was unable to put weight on his hind leg, even after a previous hip replacement surgery elsewhere and consistent physical therapy. The owner consulted with Dr. Tang, who concluded that surgery was needed to remove the old hip replacement. What happened to the hip replacement Tora had? During the surgery, Dr. Tang discovered the cause of Tora's chronic pain: a loose material – the metal stem in the femur had dislocated from its original position…
Cyanide is a natural toxic substance found in animals, insects, bacteria and many plants. If it enters the body, it will inhibit the functioning of cells, especially the brain, heart and blood vessels, causing a lack of oxygen, which will result in severe harm to the body, even death in both humans and pets. Cyanide has 3 physical forms: 1. Gas is a free form in the form of hydrogen cyanide gas (HCN), colorless and has a pungent odor, a toxic gas. 2. Liquid...
DKA is a metabolic disorder that can occur in animals with diabetes mellitus (DM). DKA occurs when the body lacks insulin or has insulin resistance, preventing glucose from entering cells and resulting in hyperglycemia (high blood sugar). When the body cannot use glucose as an energy source, fat cells (adipocytes) are broken down into free fatty acids (FFAs) which enter the bloodstream. These are then transported to the liver to be converted into triglycerides and ketone bodies (including acetone,...).
Makrut, a stray cat, approximately 5 years old, was brought in for treatment by his owner with skin sores spreading across his face, nose, body, legs, and tail. The sores were raised, with some areas becoming pitted and filled with blood and lymph. Veterinarians examined cells from the sores and found a deep fungal infection, known as Sporotrichosis. The disease is most commonly caused by the Sporotrix schenckii bacteria, a common environmental pathogen transmitted through wounds or bites. It can also be transmitted to mammals such as dogs or…
Canine Hip Replacement Surgery: Advances in Dog Treatment for Improved Quality of Life. Hip dysplasia is a common disease in all dog breeds, ages, and sexes. Symptoms include difficulty walking, limping, dragging legs, and in some cases, bunny-hopping. In severe cases, dogs may stop walking altogether. Prolonged inability to walk can lead to muscle atrophy and permanent disability. The disease is often hereditary, present from birth. [Images of pre-operative and post-operative x-rays are included.] At what age should dogs be screened for hip dysplasia?