1. Pancreatitis
The pancreas is a part of the digestive system. It secretes digestive juices to help the body digest. Pancreatitis is a disease caused by excessive activation of trypsin secreted by the pancreas to produce digestion, which can lead to edema, hemorrhage or necrosis of the pancreas. Dogs and cats suffering from pancreatitis are mainly manifested as abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, vomiting, fever, etc. Symptoms, and pancreatitis is also divided into chronic and acute.
1. There are many causes of pancreatitis in dogs and cats, as follows:
Canine and cat pancreas Inflammation was originally a pet disease with a relatively low incidence, but with the continuous improvement of the economic level, the pet’s diet has become more messy, and many pet owners will give dogs and cats to eat human meals, or give them a lot of snacks. These high-fat foods , High-calorie food can easily burden the digestive system of dogs and cats, which in turn can cause pancreatitis.
In addition, improper diet can easily lead to obesity in dogs and cats, and obesity can increase the risk of pancreatitis. If dogs and cats suffer from food poisoning, their gastrointestinal function will be disordered, which will have a serious impact on the digestive system and pancreas, and can easily lead to pancreatitis. In addition, if the pancreas of dogs and cats is infected with bacteria, or if parasites move to the pancreas, these conditions can lead to pancreatitis, which may also be accompanied by gastrointestinal problems.
Some experts also said that pet pancreatitis also has genetic inheritance. For example, some dogs are more prone to pancreatitis due to autoimmune deficiency, but pancreatitis caused by genetic inheritance does not seem to be in cats. exists, so this statement needs further study.
2. Symptoms of pancreatitis in dogs and cats:
The symptoms of acute pancreatitis and chronic pancreatitis are also different, and the course of the disease is also different.
Acute pancreatitis in dogs and cats will cause listlessness, vomiting, diarrhea, ascites and other symptoms, and as the disease aggravates, dogs and cats will also experience constipation due to digestive system failure. If the dog or cat has diabetes, the symptoms of acute pancreatitis will be more intense. If acute pancreatitis is not treated, it is likely to develop into chronic pancreatitis.
The symptoms of chronic pancreatitis may be less obvious, because the course of chronic disease is generally longer and more difficult to cure. decreasing gradually. If dogs and cats have gastrointestinal problems while suffering from chronic diseases, the symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhea will be more obvious, and the symptoms may last for a long time.
3. Diagnosis and treatment methods:
The diagnosis of pancreatitis in dogs and cats requires amylase and serum Lipase test, or a blood test to confirm the diagnosis, so generally need to go to the hospital. After the diagnosis is made, symptomatic treatment should be given to the pet, and the pet should be given antiemetic and diarrhea as soon as possible. Of course, no matter which treatment method is adopted, the pet owner must carry out the treatment under the professional guidance of the doctor, so as to ensure the treatment effect and life safety of the sick pet.
Usually the treatment of acute pancreatitis is mainly based on anti-inflammatory rehydration. The recommended anti-inflammatory drug is Vipoda compound amoxicillin powder, which is a broad-spectrum It is an anti-inflammatory drug that can target various inflammations caused by various bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Salmonella, and grape juniper, and can quickly reduce inflammation and resist infection.
Usage and dosage: It needs to be taken strictly according to the body weight and instructions of dogs and cats, once a day for 3-5 days, a pack of 5ML with water, of course, it needs to cooperate with other anticholinergics given by the doctor Class drugs and other antibiotics are used, and attention should also be paid to injecting glucose and normal saline to correct metabolism and supplementing vitamin B and vitamin C.
Chronic pancreatitis is mainly caused by daily consumption of low-fat, easily digestible food For conditioning, it is necessary to supplement vitamin A, vitamin K, multivitamin B and vitamin D. Pointer’s multivitamin tablets can be prepared for pets, which contain vitamin B1, B12, vitamin A and other nutritional reasons, which can meet a variety of nutritional requirements. Nutritional needs, promote metabolism and mucosal repair. Need to take 2 times a day, continuous feeding for 1-2 weeks as a cycle.
Pet Pancreatitis Prevention :
The main prevention of pancreatitis in dogs and cats is to control the diet. It is necessary to avoid dogs and cats from eating human meals and snacks, even if they are fed occasionally. Many diseases are like this little by little. accumulated. The choice of main food for dogs and cats should also be cautious, pay attention to the ingredients and ratios, and try to choose the main food that meets the physiological needs of their pets. The diet of pets is closely related to their weight. Controlling the diet can also control the weight. If the pet is not overweight, it can also reduce the risk of pancreatitis. To avoid pancreatitis caused by internal parasites, pet owners should deworm dogs and cats regularly to prevent problems before they occur.
2. Pneumonia
1 、Symptoms of pneumonia in dogs and cats:
Pneumonia in dogs and cats is generally caused by lung infection. When there is inflammation in the lungs, the inflammation in the alveoli will promote the accumulation of pus, which will cause This can lead to symptoms such as difficulty breathing, coughing, and fever in dogs and cats. When the accumulation of fluid in the lungs increases, oxygen cannot enter smoothly, which in turn leads to hypoxia in the lungs. Dogs and cats will become more lethargic, fatigued, and have more appetite. will also decline. In severe cases, dogs and cats may continue to have a high fever, cough up blood, or suffocate to death.
2 , Causes of pneumonia in dogs and cats:
The common causes of pneumonia in dogs and cats are lung irritation and lung infection. When the lungs are stimulated or infected, the body will produce an inflammatory response. This protects the tissue from damage, but this anti-damage response in turn causes damage to the tissue, leading to pneumonia. If pets often inhale irritating gas, or there is air pollution in the living environment, it is easy to cause lung irritation, so pets in smoking households generally suffer from pneumonia.
Furthermore, accidental ingestion of foreign objects may also cause lung irritation. Many pets will pick up food and put them into their mouths and bite when they see them. A little carelessness may slip into their throats. , even into the lungs, causing inflammation. Pneumonia is also a complication of many diseases. When certain diseases are secondary to infection, it is likely to cause pneumonia, such as pharyngitis and respiratory tract infection. Lung infections are mostly infections caused by bacteria, viruses, and parasites. Bacterial and viral pneumonia can be contagious between pets because these pathogens are inherently contagious.
The most typical parasite that can cause pneumonia in dogs and cats is heartworm, because heartworm is mainly parasitic in the heart and lungs of pets, directly causing irritation to the lungs. There are also paragonimiasis, which are parasites mainly in the lungs of pets, and may also be distributed in the liver, spleen, pancreas, brain and chest cavity.
3. Treatment of pneumonia in dogs and cats
The most important thing in the treatment of pneumonia in dogs and cats is to find out The cause of inflammation, and then symptomatic treatment.
After determining the cause of the inflammation, the pet owner can give the pet an antibacterial and anti-inflammatory drug to relieve inflammation according to the doctor’s suggestion, as mentioned above Vipda Compound Amoxicillin Powder is also very applicable.
If the sick pet has a severe cough, it is necessary to take medicines for relieving cough and relieving asthma. Commonly there are Nocofen for dogs and cats, and Chinese medicine ingredients can be used for dogs and cats with lung heat cough, sore throat, and cough. Excessive phlegm, etc., effectively clearing away heat and resolving phlegm, relieving cough and relieving asthma. Usage: Take it before or after meals, according to the body weight of the dog and cat, and feed it with an appropriate amount of warm water for 5 consecutive days.
Sick pets coughing all the time can easily lead to respiratory diseases. Pet owners should also let sick pets drink more water. If a sick pet with severe coughing lacks water in its body, its sputum will be particularly viscous. Can’t cough, which can make it more difficult for the sick pet to breathe.
If pneumonia caused by parasites, especially heartworms, is severe In the case of worms, surgical removal is required. Daily use of levamisole hydrochloride tablets for pets can be used to expel and prevent heartworms. Usage: Direct oral administration, the specific dosage is: 10mg/kg body weight for dogs and cats.
praziquantel tablets are recommended for the elimination of paragonimiasis. The anthelmintic drug has obvious effect on killing schistosomiasis, paragonimiasis and cysticercosis, and can also take effect on some tapeworms.
If the pneumonia is caused by a viral infection, the pet will need to take antibiotics To fight the virus, but also follow the doctor’s advice, the abuse of antibiotics can damage the pet’s immune mechanism, which can increase the risk of infection.
During the treatment of pneumonia, pet owners should also pay attention to the management of the pet’s living environment, try not to keep the pet in a closed room, but keep the indoor ventilated, so as to help the sick pet breathe smoothly .
Three, encephalitis
Canine and cat brain Inflammation is generally acute, and is triggered by external factors that cause inflammation of the brain tissue that triggers encephalitis. The brains of dogs and cats are closely linked with the nervous system, so when encephalitis occurs, it will be accompanied by a series of neurological symptoms, mainly including mental lack of support, frantic barking, running wildly, and incoordination of limbs. The patient may experience general paralysis, optic nerve disorders, and even shock.
1 , the etiology of encephalitis in dogs and cats
The etiology of encephalitis is roughly divided into three types, as follows:
① Most dogs and cats suffering from encephalitis are bacterial infections The most typical is purulent encephalitis, which is usually a purulent infection caused by external trauma to the head. Bacteria invade the brain tissue of dogs and cats through the blood, thereby causing brain inflammation. In this case, the wound on the head of the dog and cat will also purify, the superficial skin will deteriorate, and even the blood will not stop. This is the serious consequence of not treating the trauma wound in time.
② Parasites that invade the brains of dogs and cats can also cause encephalitis. For example, parasites such as heartworm and Toxoplasma gondii may move from the original parasitic site to the brains of dogs and cats. These parasites It will not only suck the blood of the brain, but also damage the brain tissue and nervous system. If it is parasitized in the brains of dogs and cats for a long time, it will not only cause encephalitis, but it may lead to more serious conditions.
③ In addition, encephalitis caused by infectious diseases, viruses such as rabies, distemper and other diseases invade the brains of dogs and cats, and may also damage the brain tissue and nervous system, resulting in the appearance of dogs and cats. Confusion and confusion.
2 , Symptoms of canine and feline encephalitis
The symptoms of canine and feline encephalitis also vary according to the site of inflammation. If the site of inflammation is not in the middle of the cerebral cortex, and there is an inflammatory reaction The range is also relatively small, and the main symptom is confusion in consciousness. For example, dogs and cats will be extremely excited or apathetic. Because the brain is out of control, dogs and cats may also bark wildly, or randomly bump into things. If the inflamed area is deep, or the inflammation continues to spread, the dog or cat will experience symptoms such as paralysis, spasticity, masseter muscle, and visual impairment, the pupil will gradually dilate, and the ability to respond to external stimuli will also disappear. If the brain inflammation is relatively mild, the dog and cat will mainly show lethargy, inactivity, slightly slanted eyes, etc., and will lose interest in things.
3. Treatment of canine and feline encephalitis
If dogs and cats In the event of sudden acute encephalitis, the pet owner must take the pet to the hospital for treatment in time, otherwise it is likely to die within an hour. Under normal circumstances, if it is encephalitis caused by head trauma infection, the wound should be anti-inflammatory and antibacterial first, and then the brain inflammation should be treated with infusion.
Encephalitis caused by parasitic infection requires surgical removal of parasites from the brains of dogs and cats, and then treatment of symptoms caused by parasitic infection. treat. The medication for heartworm has been mentioned above. Therefore, the anthelmintic drug sulfamethazine for Toxoplasma gondii is directly supplemented here. Bacterial infection also has a good effect, and the effect lasts for a long time, and it is not easy to cause crystallization. The specific dosage is according to the doctor’s advice. The first dose is doubled, twice a day, and it is recommended to take it continuously for 3-5 days.
In the case of encephalitis caused by infectious viruses such as rabies and distemper , then you need to fight the virus first, otherwise the sick pet is likely to go into shock due to symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, and dehydration caused by the virus.
The treatment of encephalitis is related to the recovery of the nervous system of dogs and cats, so it must be carried out in a regular hospital. During the treatment, the pet needs to keep the environment quiet and comfortable, and don’t let it be stimulated, otherwise it will aggravate the brain damage of the pet. Although encephalitis sounds very serious, as long as it is treated in time at the early stage of the disease, the pet can recover as soon as possible.
Fourth, mastitis
mastitis Found in female pets, and the high incidence of mastitis is after female pets give birth. Mastitis is usually an inflammatory reaction caused by bacterial infection and milk stasis. After giving birth, the mammary glands of female dogs and cats will secrete a lot of milk. If the milk cannot be sucked and discharged by the pups in time, it is likely to cause excessive milk stasis in the mammary glands. , causing inflammation.
Bacterial infection is mainly caused by cracked or ulcerated nipples. When a female dog or cat gives birth to five or six cubs, the nipples may be cracked due to frequent breastfeeding, or they may be sucked by the cubs. Injury, once the nipple is traumatized, it is easy to be infected by bacteria, which can lead to mastitis, and there is also a risk of bacterial infection in milk stasis.
Canine and Feline Mastitis Symptoms and Treatment:
Matches in female dogs and cats may experience symptoms such as breast redness, swelling, pain, and difficulty in milk discharge. In severe cases, fever, loss of appetite, and breast abscess may also occur. When many female dogs and cats suffer from mastitis, they refuse to breastfeed because of breast pain, and the milk in the breasts will accumulate more and more, which will worsen the condition. If mastitis has formed a breast abscess, surgery is needed to drain the pus, otherwise it is likely to develop into a breast tumor.
Female dogs and cats are likely to suffer from mastitis after giving birth, so pet owners must monitor the pet’s condition. The treatment of mastitis usually requires antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, so antibiotics may be given to pets. If it is a nursing pet, antibiotics should be prescribed by a doctor to avoid affecting the cubs. Milk stasis also requires manual milking, but pets may not be touched because of breast tenderness. It is best for pet owners to ask a professional to express milking to avoid harm to the pet’s body. During the treatment, the pet owner can also apply hot compress to the patient’s breast to help relieve breast pain.
Prevention of Mastitis in Dogs and Cats:
To prevent mastitis in female dogs and cats, the After they give birth, they should pay more attention to the breastfeeding situation. Even if the pet does not want to breastfeed, try to let it breastfeed, which is conducive to the discharge of milk and reduces the accumulation of fluid in the breast. In terms of diet, do not let lactating dogs and cats eat foods that can catalyze milk, otherwise the milk secreted by the mammary glands will increase, which will easily cause milk stasis. If your pet’s nipples are lacerated, you can reduce the risk of bacterial infection by letting the pups suck on other nipples frequently while they are feeding.
Pancreatitis, pneumonia, encephalitis and mastitis are typical canine and cat diseases caused by inflammation, and most of the causes of inflammation are bacterial infections , viral infections and parasitic infections. To prevent dogs and cats from developing these diseases, it is necessary to reduce the risk of infection in daily life. In addition, improper handling of trauma is very easy to cause infection and then cause inflammation, so pets often check the body of dogs and cats to check whether there is trauma, so as to avoid trauma infection because the wound is not seen. If you have any questions about the diseases caused by pet inflammation, you can also consult your veterinarian.
