MALIBU VETERINARY HOSPITAL

Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease. Feline Idiopathic Cystitis. Is a disease that results in inflammation of the bladder and/or urethra. The condition may result in partial or complete obstruction of the urinary tract. Risk factors can include: stress, low activity, greater than 1 cat household, dry diets, obesity and neutering. Usual presentation is in cats between the ages of 2-6 years. Clinical signs: straining during urination, passing small amounts of urine, blood tinge

Heartworm is a very serious and potentially deadly disease. Heartworms can grow up to 30cm in length inside your pet’s heart. This causes a blockage in the arteries, which will make it harder to pump blood around the body. Heartworm is contracted through mosquitoes. Some of the symptoms of Heartworm Disease in a dog include: lethargy, fainting, weight loss, breathing difficulties, and a swollen abdomen. Some of the symptoms of Heartworm Disease in a cat include: coughing, gag