General-1 Regular grooming sessions give you a chance to inspect your dog for problems. GroomingGeneral-2 Regular grooming sessions provide a sort of bonding in your relationship with your dog. GroomingGeneral-3 Feel around with your hands as you talk to your dog. They like to be talked to. Do you feel anything unusual? GroomingGeneral-4 Look in his mouth and ears. Look between his toes. GroomingBrushing-1 Brushing removes dead hair so you don't get so much shedding all over everything. GroomingBrushing-2 Brushing stimulates the oil glands which helps the coat to shine. GroomingBrushing-3 Brushing helps to remove dirt which may otherwise wind up somewhere you don't want it. GroomingBrushing-4 Talk to your dog while you're doing this. He/she likes it. GroomingBrushing-5 Ask your vet if you're not sure which type of comb and/or brush to use. Requirements vary by breed. GroomingBathing-A Indoor dogs should probably be bathed every month or every other month. GroomingBathing-B Don't bathe them every day like a baby. You'll dry out their coats and make them miserable. GroomingBathing-C One or two dogs like a bath, but most of them hate it. That's the way it is. GroomingBathing-D Don't bathe new puppies for six months or so. You might make them sick. GroomingBathing-E Don't bathe a dog right after it eats. The best time if after a walk and after it has relieved itself. GroomingBathing-F Do use a mild, tearless dog shampoo. People shampoo and dogs don't mix well. GroomingBathing-G Do wear old clothes. You'll probably get splashed a little. GroomingBathing-H Running water may frighten them. Don't crank up the faucet with them in the water unless you want a wet dog on your head. GroomingBathing-I Don't get the water so hot. You may like it, but it could injur them. GroomingBathing-J Towel them off well until they are dry. If you use a hair dryer, be careful to not place it too close and don't stay on one area for long. GroomingBathing-K Talk to your dog while you bath it. They like this stuff. GroomingBathing-L Keep your dog inside in a nice warm place until he/she is dry. GroomingEar Check-1 Do check and clean the ears but don't use harsh cleansers or alcohol. Baby oil is nice. GroomingEar Check-2 If ears are tender or swollen or the dog holds its head to one side, it may have an ear infection. Call the vet. GroomingEye Check-1 Do wipe off dirt and normal discharge from the corners of the eyes with a moist cloth. GroomingEye Check-2 Do not wipe across the lids. GroomingFootpads-1 Looks for any cuts that may become infected. GroomingFootpads-2 Check the length of the nails. Only use special clippers designed for dogs. GroomingFootpads-3 Don't cut too much nail off or it may bleed. If so, use peroxide to disinfect the area. GroomingLeash Note-1 Your dog sees a cat on the other side of the street. He impulsively darts in front of a truck. Safety Leash Note-2 Your dog is frightened by a sudden loud noise and takes off in the opposite direction - in front of a moving car. Safety Leash Note-3 The sidewalk is crowded and your dog loses track of you. Someone snatches him/her up. Safety Unattended Dogs Get Stolen by people for all kinds of crazy reasons. Safety Parked Car This is no place to leave a pet, even with the windows cracked. You're asking for brain damage or death. Safety Hot Weather-1 You might think its cool to take him for a walk on a hot day, but he just want to lie around and stay as cool as possible. He's right. You're wrong. Safety Hot Weather-2 Try walking on a hot sidewalk in your bare feet with your stomach 5 inches off the ground and see how it feels. Safety Hot Weather-3 You need more water - so do they. See to it. Safety Cold Weather-1 Indoor dogs don't grow coats as thick as outdoor dogs. Consider how long you would like to stay out without a thick coat. Safety Cold Weather-2 Salt on icy roads burn your dog's feet. Have you thought about that? Chemical salt is also poison. Safety Jogging-1 Consider your dog's health. Would you run a marathon if you were sick? Also consider gradually increasing distances to build his stamina. Safety Jogging-2 Unless your dog has running shoes, consider more grass and less concrete. He'll thank you for it. Safety Jogging-3 In general, only run where you'd run if you were in your bare feet. Safety Biking Sure you're just cruising slowly but look how fast those little legs have to move to keep up. Safety Swimming-1 Dogs do drown, contrary to popular belief. So watch the little rascal and don't foolishly throw him in the deep. You may never see him again. Safety Swimming-2 If your dog hates this stuff, that's fine. I hate it, too. Safety Swimming-3 At the beach, make sure you wash off the salt water afterwards. You do that for yourself, right? Safety Garbage-1 If you stuff your face into a garbage can and start eating, you'll probably suffer. So will your dog. Keep this stuff way from them. Safety Garbage-2 Dogs think garbage is cool but you know better, so keep this stuff where he/she can't get to it, please. Safety Poisons-1 Antifreeze with an Ethylene Glycol base is very poisonous to dogs. They may think it's sweet and cool to lick it up off the road or driveway. Safety Poisons-2 Would you injest toilet bowl cleaner straight from the toilet? No? Don't let your pet in there. Safety Electricity Teething puppies sometimes like to chew electrical cords that are plugged in. Ouch! Nobody explained electricity to them. Safety Toys-1 If they can chew it off, they can swallow it and choke to death. Toys with cute little ribbons and buttons could kill your dog. Safety Toys-2 Painted toys could be dangerous. Paint is not good for dogs or humans to eat. Safety Toys-3 Is the little ball so small that it could be swallowed and lodge in the dog's throat? Safety Checkup It's not a bad idea to have the pet checked by a vet before traveling. A dog that is not fit may suffer unnecessarily. A sick dog should not travel. Travel Immunizations All immunizations should be up to date. Ask your vet for a certificate and don't forget to take it with you in case you need it. Travel Medications If your dog is on medications, make sure you have an adequate supply and take them with you. Travel Familar Objects Objects familar to the dog such as toys, blanket, etc. will help him/her to adjust to strange surroundings. Travel ID Tag If your dog's ID tag has your home address and phone # on it, how will you be contacted if he/she is lost? Consider a new before you leave. Travel They Accept Pets Not all hotels or inns accept pets. If you have reservations, did you remember to ask? Travel Air Travel-1 Have you checked with the airlines ? What are their policies and how will this affect you? Travel Air Travel-2 Crowded airports may frighten your dog causing it to leap from your arms. Do you have a leash? Travel Air Travel-3 Direct flights provide fewer possibilities of getting lost than do connecting flights. Does this make sense? Travel Air Travel-4 Some countries require a pet to be quarantined for a period of time. Have you considered this? Travel Air Travel-5 Don't feed your dog for 8-12 hours before the flight. You know why. Travel Abiotrophy Hereditary degenerative disease. Terms Achondroplasia An inherited disease causing deformed limbs. Terms Acidosis A chemical imbalance due to too much acid. Terms Adipose tissue Fat, in other words. Terms Adrenal glands These are two organs found next to the kidneys. They secrete various hormones. Terms Adrenalin A hormone produced by the adrenal gland. Terms Aetiology The study of what causes diseases. Terms Agenesis The abscence of an organ. Terms Albino An animal which is white because it is lacking the pigment called malanin. Terms Albumim A protein found in blood. Terms Alimentary canal The digestive system. Terms Allergen A compound capable of producing an alergic reaction in susceptible dogs. Terms Allergy An allergy is a specific sensitivity to a particular allergen. Terms Alopecia The absence of hair in a particular area which usually has it. Terms Alveoli Small air sacs found in the lungs. Terms Amaurosis Blindness. Terms Anemia A deficiency of red blood cells. Terms Anesthetic A compound that causes unconsciousness or reduces sensibility to pain. Terms Analgesic A drug which causes loss of pain but not loss of consciousness. Terms Anaphylaxis An exaggerated reaction to a substance such as a drug. Terms Androgen Male sex hormone. Terms Aneurysm Weakness in the wall of a blood cell causing it to baloon out of its normal shape. Terms Ankylosing spondylitis Inflammation of the joints of the backbone. Terms Anestrus When the female is not in season. Terms Anorexia Loss of appetitite. Terms Anoxia Lack of oxygen Terms Anthelmintic A substance which is used to kill parasitic worms. Terms Antibiotic A substance (drug) used to kill bacteria. Terms Antibody A substance in the blood which fights infection. Terms Anticoagulant A substance which prevents clotting of blood. Terms Antidote A compound which neutralizes a poison. Terms Antiemetic A substance which prevents vomiting. Terms Antigen A foreign protein which invades the body, causing the production of antibodies. Terms Antihistamine A drug which helps to fight the effects of excess histamine. Terms Antipruritic A substance which helps to reduce or prevent itching. Terms Antipyretic A substance which can lower a fever. Terms Antiseptic A compund which kills bacteria and/or viruses. Terms Antitussive A substance which helps to reduce coughing. Terms Aplasia Lack of development of a particular organ. Terms Aqueous humor Watery fluid which fills the front chamber of they eye. Terms Arrhythmia Irregular heartbeat. Terms Arteriosclerosis Hardening of the arteries. Terms Artery Blood vessel carrying blood away from the heart. Terms Arthritis Inflammation in one or more joints. Terms Ascites Swelling and fluid in the abdomen. Terms Asphyxia Suffocation due to lack of oxygen in the blood. Terms Astigmatism A vision problem caused by inability to focus rays of light on the retina. Terms Astringent A substance which shrinks the outer layers of the skin. Terms Ataxia The loss of the power of movement. Terms Atopic dermatitis Skin inflammation. Caused by an inherited allergy. Terms Atopy An inherited form of allergy. Terms Atria Two chambers at the top of the heart. Terms Atrial septal defect Defect between the antria of the heart. Terms Atrophy Decrease in the size of and function of an organ or limb. Terms Atropine A drug used to reduce eye pain. Terms Aural Relating to the ear. Terms Ausculation A method of examining interal organs by listening to the sounds they make. Terms Auto-immune disease Disease which is caused by the body producing antibodies against its own cells. Terms Autolysis Self digestion. Terms Autopsy An examination of the internal organs after death. Terms Avitaminosis A condition caused by insufficient vitamins in the diet. Terms Bacteremia Bacteria in the blood stream. Terms Bacteria Tiny microscopic organisms, some of which cause disease. Terms Bacteriocide An agent that kills bacteria. Terms Bacteriostatic An agents that stops bacteria from growing without killing it. Terms Back-cross An offspring resulting from an animal mating with one of its parents. Terms Barbiturates Drugs which are used for sedation. Terms Benign Not malignant. Terms Bile A fluid produced by the liver and stored in the gall bladder. Used in the digestive process. Terms Binocular vision The ability to use two eyes to focus on a single object and fuse the two images into a single image. Terms Biopsy Examination of a live tissue speciment with a microscope. Terms Bitch Female dog. Terms Bladder Generally the terms means a sac used for storing fluids. For instance, the urinary bladder is a sac used to store urine for a short period of time. Terms Blepharitis Inflammatin of the eyelids. Terms Bone pinning A method of treating fractured bones. A metal pin is driven into the center of the bone to hold the two broken pieces together. Terms Booster Innoculations Injections given after the initial treatment to help incrase immunity. Terms Boxer-ulcer Ulcer on the eyeball. Terms Brachycphalic Skull with a high forehead and short face, e.g. Boxer. Terms Brindle Black hairs mixed with a lighter color. Terms Brisket The sternum. This is the bone in the center of the chest joing the ribs. Terms Bronchi Main tubes into which the windpipe divides. Terms Bronchioles Small tubes within the lungs. Terms Bronchitis Inflammation of the lining of the tubes in the lung. Terms Bursa A small fluid-filled cavity where there is unusual pressure. Terms Bursitis Inflammation of the bursa. Terms Calcification Deposits of calcium salts in a tissue where it does not normally exist. Terms Calculi Stones composed of mineral salts usually in the urinary tract or gall bladder. Terms Canaliculus A small drainage tube at the inner corner of the upper and lower eyelids. Terms Candida A particular type of fungus. Terms Canine teeth Large curved teeth toward the front of the mouth. Also called eye teeth. Terms Carbohydrates A group of substances used by the body as sources of energy. Includes sugars and starches. Terms Carcinoma A malignant growth. Terms Cardiac Referring to the heart. Terms Cardiac arrhythmia Irregular heartbeat. Terms Cardiac output The volume of blood the heart pumps per minute. Terms Caries Tooth or bone decay. Terms Carpal subluxation Dislocation above the front paw. Terms Carrier An animal which carries disease-causing organisms which can affect succeptible animals, but does not suffer itself. Terms Cartilage Hard, flexible tissue usually associated with the nose and ear. Terms Caruncle A prominence at the corner of the eye. Terms Castration Removal of the testicles of male animals. Terms Cataract Clouding of the lens of the eye. Terms Catarrh Inflammation of mucuous membranes. Terms Caudal Towards the tail. Terms Cellulitis An infection just under the skin. Terms Central retinal atrophy Inherited disease causing degeneration of the retina of the eye. Terms Cerebullar hypoplasia Underveloped cerebellum - part of the brain. Terms Cerebral That part of the brain usually associated with higher functions - reasoning, thought, etc. Terms Cervical Refers to the neck area. Terms Cervix Opening of the uterus. Terms Cherry Eye A condition in which the third eyelid is prolapsed out of its normal position. Terms China eye Light blue eye. Terms Cholecystitis Inflammation of the gall bladder. Terms Cholesterol A particular type of fat found in the blood. Terms Chondrodysplasia Faulty development of bones and cartilage. Terms Choroid The middle of three eye coats. Responsible for nutrition of the retina. Terms Chromosomes Microscopic bodies in cell neclei which are responsible for storing genetic information. Terms Chronic disease A disease which lasts for a long time. Terms Chronic superficial keratitis Inflamed red mass on the cornea of the eye. Terms Ciliary body The structure of the eye found between the iris and choroid. Terms Cilium Eyelash Terms Cleft palate A condition where the two halves of the roof of the mouth do not fuse properly. Terms Cochlea An area in the ear where sounds are converted to electrical impulses. Terms Coitus Sexual intercourse. Terms Coliform enteritis Infection of the gut. Terms Colitis Inflammation in the large intestine. Terms Collagen A fibrillar substance of the connective tissue in the eye. Terms Collie eye anomaly An inherited defect in the back of the eye in Collies and Shetland sheepdogs. Terms Colostrum Milk produced by the mother in the first few days after birth. It is different from normal milk. Terms Concussion A temporary loss of consciousness usually caused by a head injury. Terms Cones Part of the eye responsible for vision in bright light. Terms Congestion An unusual surplus of liquid in a part of the body. Terms Congestive heart failure When the heart is unable to pump blood normally and fluid builds up in the lungs and abdomen. Terms Conjunctiva Membrane lining the eyelids and front of the eyeball. Terms Conjunctivitis Inflammation of the conjunctiva. Terms Cornea Clear portion of the outer coat of the eyeball. Terms Corticosteroid Drugs used to reduce inflammation. Terms Cortisone A hormone produced by the adrenal gland. Also a drug used to reduce inflammation. Terms Costal Referring to the ribs. Terms Craniomandibular osteopathy Deformed jaw. Terms Crepitus Broken ends of bones grating together. Ouch ! Terms Cryptorchid A male with one or both testes undescended. Terms Cushing's Disease A disease as a result of the excess production of corticosteroid by the adrenal gland. Terms Cutaneous Pertains to the skin. Terms Cyanosis Lack of oxygen. Causes lips and tongue to have a bluish appearance. Terms Cyclic neutropenia Fatal blood disease. Terms Cyst A swollen mass which contains fluid other than pus. Terms Cystitis Inflammation of the bladder. Terms Dacryoadentis Inflammation of the tear glands. Terms Dacryocystitis Inflammation of the tear sac. Terms Dam The mother. Terms Dappled Mottled different colored markings. Terms Dark adaptation Ability to adjust to dim light. Terms Day blindness Blindness during daylight hours due to problems with the cones. Terms Degenerative pannus An inflammed red mass usually on the cornea. Terms Dehydration Loss of water from tissues. Very dangerous. Terms Demodex A particular type of mite which causes skin irritation. Terms Dermatitis Inflammation of the skin. Terms Dermoid Small tumor on the eye at birth. Terms Dermoid cyst Cyst in the skin. Terms Dew claw The first digit on the inside of the leg above the foot. Terms Diabetes insipidus A disease caused by problems with the hypothalamus gland. Terms Diabetes mellitus An endrocine disease results from a deficiency in production of insulin. Terms Diamond eye Oversized eyelid opening. Terms Diarrhea Increased amounts of very fluid feces. Terms Digitalis A drug used for stimulating the heart. Terms Distemper A severe and contagious viral disease. Terms Distichiasis The presence of two rows of eyelashes on one eyelid. Terms Diuretic A substance used to increase the volume of urine produced. Terms Diverticulum A small outpouching of an organ. Terms Docking Removing part of the tail or ears. Terms Dolichocephalic A long, narrow skull, e.g. Scotch collies and Greyhounds. Terms Dysentary A problem in the colon where blood is passed into the feces. Terms Dyspepsia Digestive disturbance. Terms Dysphagia Difficulty in swallowing. Terms Dysplasia Abnormal development of one part of the body. Terms Dyspnoea Difficulty in breathing. Terms Dystocia Difficulty in giving birth. Terms DysLoveYourDog Extreme difficulty in using this program! Terms Ear mange Irritation of the ear caused by a mite. Actually there will be more than one mite, but you know what I mean. Terms Eclampsia A disease caused by a lack of calcium. Occurs during late pregnancy and could cause sudden death. Terms Ectropion When the eyelid is turned out. Terms Eczema Inflammation of the skin causing extreme itching. Terms Edema Accumulation of fluid in a particular place. Terms Effusion Accumulation of fluid in a space where it is not normally found and where it definitely does not belong. Terms Elizabethan collar A collar which fits over the head and prevents the animal from interfering with wounds. Terms Embolism A condition where a blood vessel is blocked by a piece of material. Can cause heart attack or stroke. Terms Emetic A substance used to promote vomiting. No thanks, don't want any this morning. Terms Emphysema Condition where there are large air spaces found in the lungs. Terms Endocarditis Inflammation of the inner lining of the heart. Terms Endocrine glands Hormone-secreting glands. Terms Enteritis Inflammation of the intestines. Terms Entrpion When the eyelid is turned inward. Terms Enucleation Removal of the eyeball. Please stay back at least 5 feet. I want to keep my eyeball. Terms Enzymes These are substances in cells which are responsible for aiding biochemical reactions. Terms Epidermis Outer layer of skin. Terms Epididymis A structure in the testicle in which sperm mature. Terms Epididymitis Inflammation of the epiidymis. Terms Epiglottis A structure in the throat which is responsible for preventing material from passing into the larynx. Terms Epilation Removal of hair. Terms Epilepsy Chronic nervous system disorder resulting in sudden fits, convulsions. Terms Epiphora Watery eyes. Terms Epulis Tumor on the gums. Terms Erythema Redness. Terms Erythrocyte Red blood cell. Terms Esophageal achalasia Malfunction of the gullet. Terms Esophagus The tube which conveys food and liquid down into the stomach. Also called the gullet. Terms Estrogen A female sex hormone. Terms Estrus When the female is in season. Terms Etiology The study of the causes of diseases. Terms Expectorant A substance used to aid in the expelling or clearing up of phlegm. Terms External parasites Lice, ticks, etc which cause their damage from the outside. Terms Exudate A fluid produced by disease which escapes from where it is produced. Terms Eye shine Reflection from the eye which you see at night. Terms Fallopian tubes Tubes which carry eggs from the ovaries to the uterus. Terms False Pregnancy A condition in which pregnancy does not exist even though all the outward signs are there. Terms Febrile Fever. Terms Femur Thigh bone. Terms Fibrosis The formation of scar tissue. Terms Flank The side of the body between the last rib and hip. Terms Fundus The back of the eyeball. Terms Funcicide An agent that is used to kill fungi. Terms Fungistatic An agent that stops the growth of fungi without killing it. Terms Floating rib This is the last rib which is not attached to the breatbone. Terms Gait Refers to the coordinated actions of the legs when the animal is cruising down the path. Terms Gall bladder The sac which stores bile. It is near the liver. Terms Gall stones Stones composed of mineral salts and found in the gall bladder. Terms Gangrene The condition where a part of the body, usually a limb, dies. Bacterial infection is present. Terms Gastritis Inflammation of the stomach. Terms Gastro-enteritis Inflammation of the stomach and intestines. Terms Gestation The period of pregnancy. Terms Gingival hyperplasia Overgrown gums. Terms Gingivitis Inflammation of the gums. Terms Glaucoma A condition in which there is increased pressure in the eye. Can quickly cause blindess if not treated. Terms Globoid cell leukodystrophy Inherited disease causing loss of vision. Terms Glycogen storage disease A disease of the brain that is inherited. Terms Glycosuria Glucose in the urine. Terms Goitre Enlargment of the thyroid gland. Caused by insufficient supply of iodine. Terms Gonad An ovary or testicle. Terms Granuloma A granular tumor. Terms Haematemesis Vomiting up blood. On second thought, I'll just wait a while before I eat. Terms Haemotoma An area of swollen tissue filled with blood. Terms Haematuria Blood in the urine. Terms Haemoglobin A molecule found in red blood cells. Responsible for carrying oxygen. Terms Haemolysis Rupture of red blood cells. Terms Haemoptysis Coughing up blood. Terms Hare lip Defective upper lip where the two halves to not fuse properly. Terms Haws Third eyelid protrusion. Terms Heat A term used to describe a bitch during estrus. She is "in heat". Terms Helminths A type of parasitic worm. Terms Hemiplegia Paralysis on one side of the body. Terms Hernia A condition where the abdominal walls are weakened and pooch out. Terms Heterochromia Different colored eyes. Terms Hexachlorophene An antiseptic. Terms Hip dysplasia An inherited problem with the hip joint. Terms Histimine A substance released by tissues when damaged which contributes to inflammation. Terms Horner's syndrome A condition chacterized by one sunken eye, a prominent third eyelid, drooping upper lid, and small pupil. Caused by damage to nerves to the eye. Terms Humerus The long bone between the shoulder and elbow. Terms Humor Fluid in the body. Terms Hybrid An offspring of two different breeds. Terms Hydrocephalus Fluid accumulation within the brain cavity. Terms Hydronephrosis Blackage of the ureter which leads to urine accumulating within the kidney. Terms Hygroma Swelling within a joint. Terms Hyperemia Excess blood in a particular part of the body but still contained within the blood vessels. Terms Hyperglycemia Too much glucose in the blood. Terms Hyperopia Farsighted. Terms Hyperplasia Increase in size of an organ. Terms Hypertention High blood pressure. Terms Hyperthermia Increase in body temperature. Terms Hypervitaminosis Too much of a particular vitamin. Terms Hyphema Hemorrage into the front part of the eye. Terms Hypocalcemia Dificiency of calcium in the blood. Terms Hypoglycemia Deficiency of glucose in the blood. Terms Hypomagnesemia Deficiency of magnesium in the blood. Terms Hypoplasia Deforemed part of the body due to insufficient development. Terms Hypotension Low blood pressure. Terms Hypothalamus Part of the brain responsible for regulating body temperature. Terms Hypotony Low pressure in the eye. Terms Hypoxia Decrease in oxygen carried in the blood. Terms Ichthyosis Dry skin. Terms Idiopathic A disease for which there is no known cause. Terms Impetigo A skin disorder. Terms Inbreeding Mating of closely related animals. Terms Incisors The cutting teeth. Terms Incontinence Inablity to control urination or defecation. Terms Infarction Changes which occur in tissue after the blood supply is cut off. Terms Inflammation Changes in tissue after damage. Usually involves pain, redness, swelling and restricted function. Terms Inguinal hernia Hernia through the inguinal canal between the hind leg and body wall. Terms Inguinal Either side of the groin. Terms Insulin Hormone produced by the pancreas which controls blood sugar levels. Terms Interbreeding Mating of animals of different varietites. Terms Internal parasites Worms, etc which do their damage inside the body. Terms Iris The circular colored membrane around the pupil. Terms Ischemia Lack of sufficient blood flow to an organ. Terms Jugular veins These are the large veins which run on either side of the neck. Terms Keratoconjunctivitis Inflamed cornea and conjunctiva. Terms Ketone bodies Abnormal substances found during diabetes, starvation and certain other conditions. Terms Ketosis Presence of ketone bodies. Terms Lacrimal Relating to tears and tear glands. Terms Lacrimal puncta Tear duct openings inside the eyelids. Terms Lacrimal sac Dilated area at start of the tear duct, below the corner of th eye. Terms Lacrimation The production of tears. Terms Lactose A type of sugar. The main sugar in milk. Terms Laminectomy Surgery where part of the backbone is removed to relive pressure on the spinal cord or nerves. Terms Laparotomy Surgically opening the abdomen. Terms Larynx Voice box. Terms Lens The part of the eye resonsible for focusing light. Terms Leucocytes White blood cells. Terms Leucopenia Less than normal number of white blood cells. Terms Leukemia A malignant disease where large numbers of abnormal white blood cells are released into the blood. Terms Lick granuloma Large mass of scar tissue due to excessive licking of a wound. Terms Line breeding The mating of dogs within a family to a common ancestor. Terms Lipoma Benign tumor of fat tissue. Terms Lumbar Pertaining to the back between the ribs and the pelvis. Terms Luxation Dislocation. Terms Lymph Excess fluid removed from tissues. Terms Lymph nodes Structures along the lymphatic vessels which filter lymph. Terms Lymphatics Vessels which carry lymph. Terms Lymphocyte A special type of white blood cell responsible for fighting infection. Terms Macule Colored skin spot. Terms Masticate Chew. Terms Mediastinum Space in the chest between the lungs containing the heart and other organs. Terms Melanin Pigment produced by special cells called melanocytes which color the skin, eyes, hair, etc. Terms Melanoma A tumor of melanocytes. Terms Membrana nictitans The third eyelid. Terms Meninges Protective membranes surrounding the brain. Terms Meningitis Inflammation of the meninges. Terms Metacarpal Bones between the wrist and digits of the forelimb. Terms Metaplasia Abormal change of one tissue type into another. Terms Metastasis Spreading of a tumor to an area away from the site of origin. Terms Metatarsal Bones between the hock and digits of the hind limbs. Terms Microphthalmia Small eye. Terms Micturition Passing urine. Terms Milk teeth Temporary teeth in young dogs. Terms Miosis Excessive contraction of the pupils. Terms Miotic Drug used to make pupils contract. Used in treating glaucoma. Terms Mitosis Cell reproduction. Terms Moniliasis Infection with a yeast called monilia. Terms Monorchid A male animal with only one descended testicle. Terms Mucous membrane Tissue which covers the inside of the mouth and lines hollow organs. Terms Mucus Slimy secretion from mucous membranes. Terms Murmur The sound caused by the abnormal flow of blood in the heart. Terms Muscular dystrophy Disease which causes muscle weakness. Terms Muzzle The part of the head in front of the eyes. Terms Mydriatic A drug that dilates the pupil. Terms Myelin The insulating coat around nerves. Terms Myocardial infarction Death of part of the heart muscle. Terms Myocardium Heart muscle. Terms Myopia Near sightedness. Terms Nasal solar dermatitis A skin condition of the nose which is aggravated by exposure to sunlight. Terms Nasopharynx Upper part of the throat behind the nasal cavity. Terms Necrosis Death of tissue while it is still in the living body. Terms Neonatal Just after birth. Terms Neoplasia Tumor. Terms Neoplasm An abnormal growth. Terms Nephritis Inflammation of the kidneys. Terms Neuritis Inflammation of a nerve. Terms Neuronal abiotrophy An inherited nerve disease of the legs. Terms Nictitans gland Gland of the third eyelid. Terms Nictating membrane The third eyelid. Terms Nyctalopia Night blindness. Terms Nystagmus A condition where the eyeballs show jerky involuntary movements. Terms Occiput The part of the head which meets the neck. Terms Ocular Pertaining to the eye. Terms Oesophageal achalasia Malfunction of the gullet most often seen in Wire-haired terriers. Terms Olfactory nerve Nerve connected to the sense of smell. Terms Oliguria Decrease in urine production. Terms Oncology The study of tumors. Terms Ophthalmic Pertaining to the eyes. Terms Optic nerve The nerve which sends signals from the eye to the brain. Hey brain, here it comes. Terms Oral Pertaining to the mouth. You knew that. Terms Orbit Eye socket. Terms Orchitis Inflammation of the testicles. Ouch! Terms Ossification The formation of bone tissue. Terms Osteitis Inflammation of bone. Terms Osteo Pertaining to bones. Terms Osteochondritis Inflammation of bones and cartilage. Terms Osteochrondritis dissecans An inflammation of bones and cartilage which results in pieces of cartilage splitting into the joints. Terms Osteochondrosis Disease of bony growths seen in Foxhounds. Terms Osteogenic sarcoma Bone cancer. Terms Osteomyelitis Inflammation of bone and bone marrow. Terms Osteoporosis A condition where the bones become brittle and more easily break. Terms Pad Sole of the dog's foot. Also a stupid terms used in the 60's to describe your apartment. Terms Palate The structure forming the roof of the mouth. Terms Pancreatitis Inflammation of the pancreas. Terms Pannus Inflamed red tissue found in the cornea. Terms Papilloma Wart. Terms Paraplegia Paralysis of the hind limbs. Terms Parturition Birth. Terms Patella Kneecap. Terms Pathogen An organism which is capable of causing disease. Terms Pathology The study of disease. Terms Pelvis Large bondy structure supporting the hind limbs. Terms Peritoneum Membrane lining the abdominal cavity. Terms Peritonitis Inflammation of the peritoneum. Terms Pessary A medication placed in the vagina. Terms Pharmacology The study of how drugs act. Terms Phenotype The outward expression of the heriditary makeup. Terms Phlebitis Inflammation of a vein. Terms Photophobia Abnormal sensitivity to light. Terms Pigmentary keratitis Deposits of brown pigment in the cornea. Terms Pinna The major part of the external ear. Terms Plasma The fluid part of blood. Terms Pleura Thin membrane covering the lungs. Terms Pleurisy Inflammation of the pleura. Terms Pneumonia Inflammation of the lungs. Terms Polydipsia Excessive thirst. Terms Polyuria Excessive urination. Terms Popliteal Back of the knee. Terms Prenatal Before birth. Terms Progressive retinal atrophy An inherited disease of the retina causing blindness. Terms Prosthesis Artifical replacement for a body part such as a limb. Terms Pruritis Itching. Terms Pulmonary Pertaining to the lungs. Terms Pulmonic stenosis A narrowing of the opening between the heart and artery to the lungs. Terms Pyelonephritis Inflammation of the kiidney and adjacent area. Terms Quadriplegia Paralysis of all four limbs. Terms Radius The weight-bearing bone of the forelimb. Terms Rales Moist sounds heard in the chest particularly in the presence of disease. Terms Ranula Swelling of the tongue. Terms Red Eye Inflammation of the eye. Terms Renal Referring to the kidneys. Terms Renal cortical hypoplasia Undeveloped part of the kidney. Terms Renal tubular dysfunction Faulty function of the tubules in the kidney. Terms Resection Removal of part of an organ. Terms Retina The innermost coat of the back of the eye. Terms Retinal atrophy Thinning of the retina. Terms Retinal detachment The separatio of the retina from the tissue behind it. Terms Retinal dysplasia Abnormal development of the retinal layers. Terms Rheumatism Pain and disability of muscles, bones, and joints. Terms Rhinitis Inflammation of the lining of the nose. Terms Rickets Bone disease caused by deficiency of calcium, phosphorus or vitamin D. Terms Rigor mortis Stiffening of muscles several hours after death. Terms Rigors Shivering fits. Terms Ringworm Skin disease cause by fungus. Contagious. Terms Rods Part of the retina responsible for night vision. Terms Saliva Fluid secreted in the mouth. Terms Salmonella A bacteria that causes food poisoning. Terms Sarcoma Malignant tumor. Terms Sarcoptes A type of mite causing mange. Terms Scapula Shoulder blade. Terms Sclera White part of the eyeball. Terms Sclerosis Hardening. Terms Scrotum Pouch holding the testes. Terms Seborrhea Skin condition characterized by dry skin or excessively oily deposits. Terms Sebum Oil produced by skin glands. Terms Semen Fluid responsible for carrying sperm. Terms Semicircular canals Portion of the ear responsible for maintaining balance. Terms Sepsis Infection. Terms Septicemia Blood poisoning. Terms Sequestrum A splinter of bone which has broken off and causes pus to form. Terms Serum Blood with clotting factors removed. Terms Sicca Dry eye. Terms Slipped stifle Dislocation of the kneecap. Terms Slough The separation of dead tissue from living tissue. Terms Smooth muscle Muscles which are not under voluntary control. Terms Spasm Involuntary muscle contraction. Terms Spaying Removing the ovaries and/or uterus of the female. Terms Spondylitis Inflammatin of the vertebrae. Terms Squamous cell carcinoma A particular form of skin cancer. Terms Staphylococcus A particular type of bacteria. Terms Staring coat Dry, unshiny coat. Terms Sternum Breastbone. Terms Stomatitis Inflammation of the mouth. Terms Storage diseases Diseases in which products accumulate in the body due the lack of enzymes. Terms Strabismus Turned eyeball. Terms Streptococcus A particular type of bacteria. Terms Stroke Sudden rupture or blockage of blood vessel in the brain. Terms Stud Animal used for breeding purposes. Terms Stye Infection of the glands of the eyelid. Terms Subaortic stenosis Obstruction in the heart below the aortic valve. Terms Superinfection An infection which occurs while receiving antibiotics. Terms Suppuration Formation of pus. Terms Sutures Stitches. Terms Syndrome A grope of symptoms occuring together. Terms Synovitis Inflammation of the lining of a joint. Terms Tachycardia Speeding up the heart rate. Terms Tachypnea Speeding up breathing rate. Terms Tear spill overflow of tears onto the face. Terms Tear stain Staining from tear overflow - more noticeable in lighter animals. Terms Tears Secretion from tear glands. Terms Testes Male organs responsible for producing spermatozoa and hormones. Terms Tenany Spasmodic muscle contractions. Terms Tetralogy of Fallot Combination of four congenital heart defects. Terms Thorax Chest. Terms Thrombocytes Platelets. Terms Thrombosis Blood clot within heart or blood vessel. Terms Thrombus Blood clot within a blood vessel. Terms Thymus gland Gland which helps in immunity. Terms Thyroid gland Gland which helps to regulate metabolism. Terms Tibia A particular bone in the hind leg. Terms Topical A drug applied to the outside of the body. Terms Toxemia Toxins in the bloodstream. Terms Toxin Bacterial poison. Terms Trachea Air passage from throat to lungs. Terms Trichiasis A condition in which eyelashes turn inward. Terms Trypsin A digestive enzyme. Terms Tympanic membrane Ear drum. Terms Ulna The longer of two bones in the forelimb. Terms Undershot jaw Abnormal protrusion of the upper jaw. Terms Urea Substance produced by the body to help excrete certain wastes. Terms Uremia Build up of waste products in blood due to faulty kidney function. Terms Urinary Pertaining to the urine and urinary tract. Terms Urine Liquid secretion from the kidneys. Terms Urolithiasis Formation of stones in the kidney or bladder. Terms Urticaria Skin rash. Terms Uterus Womb. Terms Uveitis Inflammation in the eye. Terms Vascular Pertaining to blood vessels. Terms Vertebrae Bones in the back. Terms Viscera The internal organs of the body. Terms Wall eye Lack of color in the iris causing eye to appear bluish or greyish. Terms Watch eye An eye which is partly blue and partly yellow/brown. Terms Weaning Separation of young animals from the mother. Terms Distemper Highly contagious viral infection. Young dogs are especially at risk. Not transmittable to humans. Booster shots every 12 months are recommended. Terms Canine Adenovirus Highly infectious viral disease. Highly contagious. Can cause liver damage. Not dangerous to humans. Booster shots every 2-3 years. Terms Canine Hepatitis Same as Canine Adenovirus. Highly infectious viral disease. Highly contagious. Can cause liver damage. Not dangerous to humans. Booster shots every 2-3 years. Terms Parvovirus Infection Contagious enteritis of dogs. May cause sudden death in puppies. Booster shots recommended every 12 months. Terms Kennel Cough Infection of throat and air passages of the lungs. Not usually fatal but highly contagious. Not infectious to humans. Terms Rabies Fatal viral infection which can be passed to humans. First signs are slight fever and personality change. Booster shots every 2-3 years are recommended. Terms Brucellosis Venereal disease. Signs include abortions in bitches and swollen testicles and sterility in males. Terms Leptospirosis Infectious disease affecting dogs and man. Causes damage to liver, kidneys and other organs. Treated with antibiotics. Annual booster shots recommended. Terms Toxoplasmosis Can infect all animals and humans. Caused by "coccidia" organisms. Transmitted primarily through raw meat and cat feces. Dogs are not thought to be source of infection to man. Terms Tuberculosis Affects man and domestic animals. Dogs may infect humans. Euthanasia must be considered in light of difficult and expensive treatment. Terms Tetanus Affects man and most animals. Bacterial infection. Bacteria exists in soil, particularly in soil contaminated with horse manure. Dogs have a higher resistance to this than man and so vaccinations are not usually required. Terms Vaccinations-A Temporary vaccinations are given from 6 weeks of age onwards. Generally dogs should be vaccinated against Distemper, Parvovirus, Canine Hepatitis, and Rabies. In some areas they are also vaccinated against Leptospirosis. Terms Vaccinations-B Permanent vaccinations are given at 12 weeks of age. Even though these are called "permanent", booster shots are needed. Terms Vaccinations-C Vaccines usually given at 5-8 weeks old: Distemper, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza. Terms Vaccinations-D Vaccines usually given at 14 weeks old: Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Parainfluenza, Rabies, Parvovirus. Terms Vaccinations-E Vaccines usually given at 15 months old: Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Parainfluenza, Rabies, Parvovirus. Terms Vaccinations-F Boosters generally required at 12 month intervals: Parainfluenza, Leptospirosis, Parvovirus. Terms Vaccinations-G Boosters generally required every 2-3 years: Distemper, Hepatitis, Rabies. Terms Vaccinations-H The vaccination/examination reminder frame in this program provides a convenient way to schedule vaccinations and other procedures for your dog. Terms Vaccinations-I For initial and irregular vaccinations and procedures, leave the # of months blank and manually enter the next due date according to your vet. Terms Vaccinations-J Past-due vaccinations and/or other procedures will appear in reverse colors in the reminder frame. Terms Breeds-General The American Kennel Club recognizes 130 breeds, grouped as sporting dogs, hounds, working dogs, terriers, toys, nonsporting dogs, and herding dogs. Other organizations list more breeds. The Federation Cynologique, Internationale lists over 300. Terms Breeds-Sporting Dogs-1 Pointers, German Shorthaird Pointes, German Wirehaired Pointers, Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, Flat-Coated Retrievers, Flat-Coated Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, English Setters, Gordon Setters, Irish Setters Terms Breeds-Sporting Dogs-2 American Water Spaniels, Brittany Spaniels, Clumber Spaniels, Cocker Spaniels, English Coker Spaniels, English Springer Spaniels, Field Spaniels, Sussex Spaniels, Welsh Springer Spaniels, Vizslas, Weimaraners, Wirehaired Pointing Griffons. Terms Breeds-Hounds-1 Afghan Hounds, Basenjis, Basset Hounds, Beagles, Black and Tan Coonhounds, Bloodhounds, Borzois (Russian Wolfhounds), Dachshunds, American Foxhounds, English Foxhounds, Greyhounds, Harriers, Ibizan Hounds, Irish Wolfhounds, Norwegian Elkhounds Terms Breeds-Hounds-2 Otter Hounds, Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Salukis, Scottish Deerhounds, Whippets. Terms Breeds-Working Dogs-1 Akitas, Alaskan Malamutes, Bernese Mountain Dogs, Boxers, Bullmastiffs, Doberman Pinschers, Gian Schnauzers, Great Danes, Great Pyrenees, Komondorok, Kuvaszok, Mastiffs, Newfoundlands, Rottweilers, St. Bernards, Samoyeds Terms Breeds-Working Dogs-2 Siberian Huskies, Standard Schnauzers. Terms Breeds-Terriers-1 Airedale Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, Austrailian Terriers, Bedlington Terriers, Border Terriers, Bull Terriers, Cairn Terriers, Dandie Dinmont Terriers, Fox Terriers, Irish Terriers, Kerry Blue Terriers, Lakeland Terriers Terms Breeds-Terriers-2 Manchester Terriers, Miniature Schnauzers, Norfolk Terriers, Norwich Terriers, Scottish Terriers, Sealyham Terriers, Skye Terriers, Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, Welsh Terriers, West Highland White Terriers. Terms Breeds-Toy Dogs Affenpinschers, Brussels Griffons, Chihuahuas, English Toy Spaniels, Italian Greyhounds, Japanese Chin, Maltese, Miniature Pinschers, Papillons, Pekingese, Pomeranians, Pugs, Shih Tzu, Silky Terriers, Yorkshire Terriers. Terms Breeds-Non Sporting Dogs Bichon Frise, Boston Terriers, Bulldogs, Chow Chows, Dalmatians, French Bulldogs, Keeshonden, Lhasa Apsos, Poodles, Schipperkes, Tibetan Terriers. Terms Breeds-Herding Dogs Australian Cattle Dogs, Bearded Collies, Belgian Malinoi's, Belgian Sheepdogs, Belgian Tervuren, Bouviers des Flandres, Briards, Collies, German Shepherd Dogs, Old English Sheepdogs, Pulik, Shetland Sheepdogs, Welch Corgis, Welch Corgis. Terms
