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I have a spoiled rotten,10 yr old neutered male Shih Tzu, named Kuro. He's also blind, but still my sweet baby!
Although it's only him and me now, there's a lot of talking around our house. I didn't realize he knows so many words! Some people say it's repetition, but I prefer to think he's that smart.......
We moved to Michigan from Indiana 4 years ago, and for the first 7 years of Kuro's life, the only expense I had was vaccinations, grooming,and buying toys. ( Lots of toys)
But time passes on and age starts taking a toll, and he started having problems: bladder, tumor on paw,liver enzymes too high, dental work, eye problems,and for the past few months, skin problems.
Dr. Dhaliwal has done all of Kuro's surgeries, and worked with me on the other problems. He never loses his patience, and stays calm while I am asking my 100 questions .
Dr. Dhaliwal is definitely in the correct profession. It seems he has a passion for not only helping animals, but he takes every opportunity to learn new techniques so he can help them even more.
The staff is also very nice. They greet you with a smile, take the time to talk, explain meds,etc. and if Dr. D. doesn't call to check on Kuro after a procedure, the staff will, and that means a lot to me.
Michigan Avenue Animal Hospital is a caring place, and everyone makes sure your pet is given the best care. Whatever it takes to make you and your pet "HAPPY!"
Judi Perdue
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Vaginal
Prolapse in Dogs
- Vaginal prolapse is the protrusion of
swollen vaginal tissue through the vulva, the external female genital organ,
during the heat cycle.
- In vaginal prolapse, the swollen
protruding vaginal tissue may resemble that of a donut shaped mass. Sometimes
the mass is mistaken as a tumor.
- Vaginal prolapse is seen mostly in young
female dogs of the larger breeds that have not been spayed. Some of the causes
of vaginal prolapse are estrogen stimulation, vaginal hyperplasia, or a general
genetic predisposition.
- Prolonged straining, such as difficult
labor and delivery or anorectal obstructions, is another common cause of
prolapse.
Symptoms of Vaginal Prolapse
Some
of the symptoms of vaginal prolapse may be painful urination, excessive licking
of the vaginal area, the inability to breed, or a protruding mass through the
vulva.
- Excessive licking of the vulva
- Painful urination
- Protruding mass from the vulva
- trouble with breeding
Treatments for
Vaginal Prolapse
- The treatment for vaginal prolapse is a urinary
catheter if the dog cannot urinate, antihemorrhoidal creams for the prolapsed
tissue, or hormonal treatment to bring on ovulation.
- The veterinarian may also be able to suture the
mass back into the vagina until it subsides when the heat cycle is complete and
then surgically remove dead tissue to prevent hyperplasia from happening again.
- However, even if the dog is treated for vaginal
prolapse, about two thirds of dogs with this condition will have a reoccurrence
on their next heat cycle unless the dog is spayed.
- Getting your dog spayed eliminates the problem
entirely.
Vaginitis in Dogs
What is vaginitis?
Vaginitis is the medical term referring to inflammation of the vagina or vestibule.
What are the clinical signs of vaginitis?
The most common clinical signs of vaginitis include discharge from
the vulva, increased frequency of urination, licking of the vaginal
area, vaginal discharges of blood, mucus, or pus, and scooting or
rubbing the vaginal area. The vagina will often appear red and swollen.
Vaginitis can appear in any female, spayed or intact, and at any age.
Male dogs are often attracted to females with vaginitis.
What causes vaginitis?
There are numerous causes of vaginitis, including:
- Prepubertal vaginitis
- Urinary tract infections
- Vaginal trauma
- Foreign bodies
- Urine or fecal contamination of the vulva
- Ectopic ureter
- Urinary incontinence
- Vaginal tumors - especially transmissible venereal tumors and leiomyomas
- Infection - bacterial or viral
- Vaginal hematomas or abscesses
- Congenital anatomical abnormalities
How will the cause of my dog's vaginitis be diagnosed?
Diagnosis is most often based on medical history and clinical signs.
Diagnostic tests include blood and urine tests, urine culture and
antibiotic sensitivity tests, vaginal cultures, vaginoscopy and vaginal
cytology studies.
How is vaginitis treated?
Treatment is based on the specific cause of your pet's condition.
Most pets receive antibiotics and twice daily vaginal douches (0.05%
chlorhexidine or 0.5% povidone-iodine solutions). Your veterinarian will
develop a precise treatment plan for your pet's individual needs.
What is the prognosis for a dog diagnosed with vaginitis?
Most cases of vaginitis respond well to conservative treatment. Many
patients return to normal within two to three weeks of initiating
treatment. Most cases of prepubertal vaginitis resolve after the first
"heat" cycle and further treatment such is not needed. Adult patients
often benefit from spaying if they are still intact. In chronic cases or
patients with anatomical abnormalities, the prognosis is dependent on
the severity and duration of the condition. Surgery may be indicated in
severe or complicated cases.
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I would like to truly thank Dr. Dhaliwal and his entire staff for their professional veterinary expertise in caring for my dog Mandy. From the moment I walked into the office, I was comforted and reassured that my dog could recover from her affliction.
Mandy previously had surgery at another veterinary hospital for the removal of a growth on her hind leg. For some unfortunate reason, the area became badly infected that the doctor's opinion was amputation to save Mandy's life.
At first, I was devastated about this news and wanted to get a second opinion. Therefore, I began seeking other veterinary hospitals that specialized in this area. However, for some reason Michigan Avenue Animal Hospital would constantly reappear on my list. I began to read the testimonies from his previous clients and suddenly a peaceful feeling came over me. Even though Dr. Dhaliwal's hospital was a great distant from Detroit to Ypsilanti Michigan, it was worth the ride.
Mandy's outcome was the same, yet the calming and patient manner in which my dog and I were given from Dr. Dhaliwal and his loving staff made a difference. Today, Mandy is still running, climbing and playing even with three legs and I am thankful for the time and quality of life I still share with her.
Crystal Matthews
August 2012
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