Hypothyroidism in Dogs | VCA Animal Hospitals
What are the signs of hypothyroidism? When the metabolic rate slows down, virtually every organ in the body is affected. Most dogs with hypothyroidism have one or more of the following signs: weight gain without an increase in appetite; lethargy (tiredness) and lack of desire to exercise; cold intolerance (gets cold easily)
Thyroid Hormone Testing in Dogs | VCA Animal Hospitals
If the free T4 is below normal range, and your dog has supportive clinical signs, then hypothyroidism is likely. A low-normal free T4 can be seen in the early stages of disease. There are several methods to measure free T4.
Laryngeal Paralysis in Dogs | VCA Animal Hospitals
Endocrine (hormonal) diseases, such as hypothyroidism and Cushing's disease, have also been associated with laryngeal paralysis in dogs, although treatment for these diseases generally does not improve the actual degree of laryngeal paralysis.
Cushing's Disease in Dogs | VCA Animal Hospitals
Other common clinical signs include panting, thin skin, chronic skin infections (pyoderma), dark-colored spots (hyperpigmentation), skin mineralization (calcinosis cutis), poor skin healing, and persistent bladder infections.
Vestibular Disease in Dogs: Symptoms & Treatment - Vca
Causes of vestibular disease include middle ear or inner ear infections; drugs that are toxic to the ear; trauma or injury; tumors; and hypothyroidism. When no specific cause is found, the condition is called idiopathic vestibular syndrome.
Facial Paresis and Paralysis in Dogs | VCA Animal Hospitals
Since this nerve passes very close to the inner ear, any inflammation or infection of the inner or middle ear (otitis interna or otitis media) can result in facial paresis or paralysis.Less common causes include injury, hypothyroidism, generalized nerve disease (polyneuropathy), immune-mediated disease, surgery, and rarely cancer.
Hypokalemia (Low Potassium Levels) in Dogs - Vca
What are the clinical signs associated with hypokalemia? Mild to moderate hypokalemia does not usually cause significant clinical signs. However, if severe hypokalemia develops, it can cause profound and life-threatening clinical signs.
Hyperlipidemia | VCA Animal Hospitals
Conditions such as diabetes mellitus, hypothyroidism, Cushing’s disease, pancreatitis, and certain kidney diseases can affect the body’s metabolism and contribute to hyperlipidemia. What are the clinical signs of hyperlipidemia? In most cases, hyperlipidemia has no clinical signs.
Addison's Disease in Dogs | VCA Animal Hospitals
What are the clinical signs of hypoadrenocorticism? Clinical signs of Addison's disease are usually vague and non-specific, meaning there are no particular signs that indicate a diagnosis of the disease.
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (KCS) or Dry Eye in Dogs
Hypothyroidism. Damage to the nerves going to the tear glands (neurogenic KCS) by an inner ear infection, trauma, or other condition. Are certain breeds more likely to develop KCS?