Here’s a brief account of two kittens recently adopted-out by a welfare agency. A few hours after arrival at their new home, one was lapsing into unconsciousness, the other was drunk and having… Read more
Archive for the ‘neurological’ Category
CSI Ballina: Kittens Under the Influence
Monday, February 28th, 2011Video: Partial Seizure in a Pug?
Sunday, February 13th, 2011Sometimes vets are presented with unusual neurologic cases. Brain function in a animal is no less complex than ours but without verbal input from the patient diagnosis of diseases can be a little… Read more
Canine Tetanus: a Facial Expression to Remember
Thursday, September 9th, 2010Here’s a facial expression you should commit to memory. A vet may only see it a few times during their career, and a pet owner only once if unlucky. No, it’s not Rabies or ferocious aggression;… Read more
When Protein Turns Toxic: Jesse’s Story
Wednesday, April 14th, 2010Jesse’s story is one of poor genes, devoted pet-owners, and high-end veterinary intervention. It offers insight into the clinical decision-making surrounding management of a rare disease that makes… Read more
C.S.I Bangalow: Spiked Custard?
Monday, March 22nd, 2010One of three companion cats at a local nursing home, 1 year-old, Puddles was much loved by staff and residents. He was rushed to hospital after a Friday night on the tiles, with profuse vomiting and… Read more
C.S.I. Belongil – Backyard forensics
Wednesday, December 9th, 2009This is a case report which highlights the complexities of diagnosing serious disease, in a cat who refuses to let-on about what he’s been up to. Using-up at least one of his nine lives, Oscar’s… Read more