A majority of affected animals will experience
digestive system abnormalities, such as diminished appetite, lethargy, weight loss, increased thirst, vomiting, diarrhea, and the development of bladder stones.
Not exact matches
This deficiency is a result of physiological or diet related
abnormalities in which certain nutrients are not completely absorbed by the
digestive system.
Any
abnormality of the
digestive system such as regurgitation, vomiting, or diarrhea should be brought to our immediately.
The close relationship between liver and pancreas with the upper gut can lead to a triad of
abnormalities whereby the pancreas becomes inflamed, as does the liver, and the abnormal function of these organs leads to inflammation and a change in the normal
digestive system balance in the small intestine.
Depending on the particular behaviors and / or physical
abnormalities displayed by the dog, other diagnostic tests might include: skin scrapings or biopsies (if dermatologic disorders are suspected); radiographs (x-rays); and fecal evaluation or other tests of the
digestive system (if gastrointestinal or parasitic conditions are suspected).
During the annual exam, your pet's eyes, ears, skin, heart,
digestive and skeletal
system are examined for
abnormalities.