Specific Conditions
As there are unfortunately so many diseases that affect your pet and so much information regarding each one, Dr. Hoffman compiled a list of useful sites that contain information on specific diseases.
If you have questions about any of the information on this page or a specific disease you are interested in learning more about is not listed, please contact our clinic at (503) 461-4041 or contact us online.
Asthma – Feline
Behavior Problems, Training
- Canine Behavior (Veterinary Partner)
- Canine Behavior Issues (Tufts)
- Feline Behavior (Veterinary Partner)
- Feline Behavior Issues (Tufts)
- Inappropriate elimination problems in cats
Cancer
- Lymphoma in cats
- Lymphoma in dogs
- Veterinary Cancer Society
- OncoLink – Univ. of Pennsylvania
- Mast Cell Tumor
- Colorado State Animal Cancer Center
Cruciate Ligament Damage
Dental
- Periodontal Disease in Pets
- FORLS or resorptive lesions in cats
- Signs of pet dental disease
- How to brush your pet’s teeth
- Dental Home Care
Dermatology
Diabetes
- Washington State College of Veterinary Medicine
- Pets with diabetes
- Vetsulin (insulin) information – Treating the Diabetic Cat
- Vetsulin (insulin) information – Treating the Diabetic Dog
Disk Disease (Intervertebral Disk Disease, Back Problems)
Eye (Ophthalmic) Disease
- Eye Care in the Cat and Dog
- Cataracts
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Corneal Dystrophy
- Breeds affected: Shetland Sheepdog, Siberian Husky, Beagle, American Cocker Spaniel, Miniature Schnauzer, and Airedale
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Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy/Degeneration
- Breeds affected: Dachshunds, Chihuahuas and Boston Terriers
- Corneal Ulcers
- Glaucoma
- Horner’s Syndrome
- KCS or Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (Dry Eye)
- Pannus or chronic superficial keratitis
Heart Disease
Heartworm Disease
Hereditary Disease and Genetics
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DNA Testing for Dogs and Cats
- HealthGene
- PennGen (University of Pennsylvania)
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VetGen
- Genetics tests for a variety of diseases in dogs and cats including Von Willebrand’s Disease in dogs and polycystic kidney disease (PKD) which affects the Persian, Himalayan and Exotics breeds of cat.
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Canine Health Information Center (CHIC)
- Provides a resource for breeders and owners of purebred dogs to research and maintain information on the health issues
- Feline genetic diseases
Hip Dysplasia
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Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA)
- Also contains information on other joint diseases, plus thyroid and heart disease.
- Hip Dysplasia Information
Intestinal Disease
- Gastric Dilatation Volvulus = GDV = Bloat
- Understanding Bloat – GDV
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in cats
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Salmon Poisoning
Kidney and Urinary Tract Disease
- Cat Owner’s Guide to Kidney Diseases – excellent video series
- Chronic Kidney Disease in Dogs and Cats
- Urinary stones in dogs with emphasis on Dalmatians
- Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease – FLUTD
- Feline Idiopathic Cystitis
Liver Disease
- Extensive information on liver disease in dogs
- Liver disease in cats
- Hepatic lipidosis (fatty liver syndrome) in cats
Neurology
Nutrition
Orthopedics (Bone and Joint Disease)
Parasites
Respiratory Disease
- Brachycephalic syndrome
- Tracheal Collapse (collapsing airway)
- Laryngeal paralysis
- Reverse Sneeze Syndrome
Seizures, Epilepsy
Thyroid Disease
Zoonotic Diseases
Zoonotic diseases are diseases caused by infectious agents that can be transmitted between (or are shared by) animals and humans.

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