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• Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome in Senior Dogs and Cats

  As pets age, they may lose some of their cognitive abilities. As their physical health naturally changes, so does their behavior. Your veterinarian will use certain behavioral signs to identify cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CDS). This handout discusses signs of CDS and how your can help your pet.

• Cojeras - Perros

  Lameness in Dogs

  Si un perro no puede moverse de forma normal se dice que está cojo. Las causas de cojera más habituales son el dolor en una articulación o en sus estructuras de soporte o bien la inestabilidad de una articulación.

• Colchicine

  Colchicine is given by mouth and is used off label in dogs and birds, primarily to treat amyloidosis and Shar-Pei fever. Its use in veterinary medicine is largely experimental and its effectiveness has not been well documented. Give as directed by your veterinarian.

• Colic in Horses

  The term colic simply means abdominal pain. There are many causes of colic and symptoms range from very mild to violent.

• Colitis in Dogs

  Colitis refers to inflammation of the large intestine (colon). Colitis most commonly describes diarrhea or loose stools associated with the large bowel. Large bowel diarrhea is another term for colitis. This handout discusses signs, causes, diagnosis, and treatment.

• Collar and Harness Options for Dogs

  Collars and harnesses can be used to contain dogs properly and can enhance the training process. Choosing the right collar or harness for a dog is important. Correct selection, fit, and use are crucial for any training tool's success.

• Collares de Cabeza - Perros

  Head Halter Training for Dogs

  Los collares de cabeza se utilizan como alternativa a los collares convencionales porque tienen muchas ventajas. Por un lado, permiten conseguir un mejor control del animal con menos esfuerzo; por otro lado, los perros que tiran demasiado con los collares tradicionales pueden lesionarse el cuello y, aunque los collares de cabeza tampoco deberían utilizarse cuando este tipo de lesiones ya se ha producido, son por lo general más seguros y evitan que el animal se agobie y se encuentre parcialmente asfixiado al tirar.

• Collie

  Collies are medium-to-large herding dogs originally developed for herding livestock. They are known for their intelligence, loyalty, gentle temperament, and strong connection with their families. They are typically responsive and attentive, making them well suited for companionship and training.

• Collie Eye Anomaly

  Collie eye anomaly (CEA), also called “collie eye defect,” is an inherited, developmental disease in dogs in which there is a mutation of the gene that determines the development of the eye. This mutation results in defects of many layers of the back of the eye. The most common sign of CEA is blindness.

• Colloidal Oatmeal Topical

  Colloidal oatmeal topical (brand name DermAllay®, Epi-Soothe, others) is an anti-inflammatory, antipruritic (anti-itching), and emollient (softening, soothing) agent used in the treatment of surface skin disorders and skin reactions in cats and dogs. It is made from oat grains (Avena sativa). Colloidal oatmeal topical comes in spray, cream rinse, and shampoo forms.