Weekly article archive

The following questions and answers have appeared in my weekly column in the Albuquerque Journal since July, 1996. Each week a new one is added. You'll find information on the physical and behavioral maladies of dogs and cats and a few other species too. I invite you to use the search feature to find the specific answer that you and your pet need.

Cataracts-Hereditary

Surgical Approaches to Correction in a Miniature Schnauzer   Question: My miniature schnauzer will be 5, and has congenital cataracts (knew she had something wrong the first few days of…

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Eye Discharge

Extra eyelashes can cause discharge & damage the eyes.   Question: I have a wonderful little female Bichon Frise.  She has these really bad leaky eyes that turn the hair…

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Eyes: Uneven Pupils

It may be normal, or maybe not. Get a good physical exam.   Question: We have recently acquired a new cat to our household. She is an odd eyed white.…

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The Third Eyelid

Third Eyelids can be visible with stress, infection, or foreign material. A good exam is important & essential.   Question: I must say that I am very worried about my…

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Cherry Eye

Not just unattractive, chronic eye can result. Surgical correction is best.   Question: I just bought a boxer/bulldog mix and he has what you call a cherry eye. What do…

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Spring Time Winds & Eye Discharge

Grey Mucous can be Managed by Simple Eye Cleaning Question: I live in the East Mountains and have a 3-year-old healthy Doberman. Just recently with all of the high winds,…

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Feral Cat’s Eye Discharge Suggest Viral Disease

A Risky Disease with Long Term Issues Question: I have a feral cat and cannot cage him to get him to a vet. Otherwise he jumps in my lap and…

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Chronic Eye Discharge in an Otherwise Healthy Cat

Immune Suppressive Diseases like Feline AIDS, Leukemia, & FIP are Important to Consider Question: We have the best cat in the world, his name is Bing. He has chronically goopy…

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Eye & Nose Discharge

Infectious upper respiratory diseases can linger & run rampant in multiple cat households.   Question: I have a litter of white kittens  who are approximately 3 months old plus 6…

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