Tag Archives: HGE

Pancreatitis In Dogs And Cats

Pancreatitis is a common condition in dogs and cats. In fact, some experts believe that many cats suffer from pancreatitis that we fail to diagnose. The pancreas is a two-part organ. It contains an endocrine (hormone-producing) portion called Islets of Langerhans and an exocrine portion that produces digestive enzymes. “Itis” is a Latin suffix meaning [...]

Hemorrhagic GastroEnteritis In Dogs

Hemorrhagic GastroEnteritis. Even the name sounds scary. Indeed, the syndrome is a dangerous one. HGE, as it is commonly called, is a condition most commonly seen in dogs. Its clinical signs include loss of appetite, vomiting, fever, and the hallmark of the condition, bloody diarrhea. Often the phone caller says, “My dog is passing pure [...]