Foster Hospital Performs First Middle Ear Ultrasound on a Cat
Monday, March 28th, 2022
Specialized technique helps feline overcome chronic ear infections
Dermatology
Clinical Case Challenge: Feline Hair Loss
Tuesday, June 16th, 2020
A ten-year-old spayed female domestic shorthair cat presented to Foster Hospital’s dermatology and allergy service with a one-month history of progressive hair loss around her nose and below her eyes.
How Seasonal Allergies Affect Your Pet
Tuesday, May 26th, 2020
Two Cummings School veterinary dermatologists offer advice for owners of cats and dogs with environmental and flea allergies.
Cold Plasma Is a Hot New Tool in Veterinary Medicine
Friday, January 17th, 2020
A veterinary dermatologist at Cummings School recently began using cold plasma to treat chronic wounds and superficial skin infections in animals
5 Things That May Trigger Your Pet’s Allergies
Tuesday, April 4th, 2017
Andrea Lam is interviewed in this article on how to care for pets with allergies.
Penny’s Clinical Case Challenge
Friday, April 8th, 2016
Penny, a 12- month -old female spayed Chihuahua mix presented to Foster Hospital for Small Animals at Cummings Veterinary Medical Center due to the development of cutaneous nodules, on the groins, abdomen, back and neck. She was adopted from a shelter in Puerto Rico three months prior. Ruby was previously treated with amoxicillin-clavulanic acid for three weeks (15 mg/kg/q 12h, PO) with no signs of improvement.. Penny was referred to the Dermatology service at Foster Hospital for evaluation, testing and treatment options. Penny underwent biopsies along with both bacterial and fungal culture testing. Learn more Penny’s treatment options and her successful outcome.
Treating Buster’s Demodicosis and Making Changes Along the Way
Wednesday, March 18th, 2015
Buster, a two-year-old castrated male Staffordshire bull terrier mix, presented to Foster Hospital for Small Animals at Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine with a five-month history of generalized demodicosis with secondary bacterial folliculitis and a progressive worsening of his skin condition. While Buster’s treatment regimen was consistent with standard treatment protocols, it didn’t appear to be benefiting him. Buster had developed alopecia and was appearing more lethargic as well. What could have been causing these changes? Learn More
What’s Causing My Dog to Itch? Pets and Allergies
Wednesday, February 11th, 2015
Do you suffer discomfort from allergies? If so, you know how uncomfortable seasonal, food and environmental allergies can be and how the quality of our life is negativity affected. Our pets suffer too but can be treated and find relief with specialized care of a veterinary specialist.
Your Trusted Partner in Veterinary Dermatology and Allergy
Sunday, January 25th, 2015
There are hundreds of skin diseases that affect companion animals and horses, which make diagnosis and treatment challenging and often frustrating. Finding the most effective therapy can often be a process of trial and error. Foster Hospital has dedicated specialists who treat skin diseases, autoimmune/immune- mediated skin disorders, genetic skin and coat diseases and acute and chronic ear diseases. And it’s not unusual for skin disease to be a determinant or complication of internal disease. Our Dermatology and Allergy team has two board-certified specialists to assist you. Read more about our Dermatology service and the best way to refer a client or obtain a consult from our specialists.
Pets Benefit with Access to State-of-the-Art Research Studies
Monday, December 1st, 2014
Background Bolt, an eight-year-old German Shepherd was diagnosed in Fall 2012 with perianal fistulas (a painful opening in the skin surrounding the anus). Anal fistulas are very common in this breed of dogs and can… Read More
