Uric acid (From foods eaten) is made in the liver and is excreted by the kidneys (Passes out of the body in urine). It is an organic compound of carbon, nitrogen, oxygen and hydrogen. Uric acid is the end product that metabolizes or physical and chemical process, within the body create and use energy (Breathing, ...
It was impossible to tell how old the male cat was as he inched toward the bowls of food. Most feral cats won’t allow themselves to be touched. However, years of cat rescue work told us the Burmese we dubbed “Bobby” was probably at least 10. He walked slowly and avoided strolling along the fence ...
Even if your cat is definitely a senior – at least 12 years old – the first signs of senility in your pet can be alarming. While the signs of cognitive problems among elderly humans are overtly associated with memory, in elderly cats, they’re often linked to other behavioral changes. According to CatHealth.com, although owners ...
Senior and geriatric dogs may be less energetic than younger dogs but this does not mean they have stopped learning or no longer wish to participate in family activities. In fact, they live for these moments. What else would they be storing all that energy for? As dogs age it is not only their bodies ...
With advances in dog nutrition and veterinary care, dogs are capable of living well into their teens (depending on the breed). Just as elderly people get often become progressively senile, so too do dogs. There are many distinctive signs of canine cognitive dysfunction syndrome, popularly known as “doggy dementia” or “doggy Alzheimer’s.” Veterinarians tend to ...
Cushing’s disease, or hyperadrenocorticism, is a common endocrine disorder in dogs. Symptoms can vary, and diagnosis is sometimes difficult. Fortunately, Cushing’s is treatable in most cases. Hyperadrenocorticism refers to a hyperactive adrenal gland. The adrenal glands are located near the kidneys. They produce several hormones, including cortisol (affecting how the dog responds to stress and ...
Incontinence can be incredibly frustrating for both dog and owner alike. Owners may mistakenly believe their dog is simply ignoring house rules or has forgotten his or her housetraining. And dogs may have to cope with waking up covered in urine to face an angry owner. Dog incontinence is not a voluntary problem; your dog ...
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