A region of the body between the chest and the pelvis; belly.

The insertion of a needle into the abdominal cavity to remove fluids.

Wounds that are not through all the layers of the skin.

A localized accumulation of pus; usually associated with infection.

Thickened, lichenified, seborrheic and greasy lesions which begin as small brown patches in the axilla and progresses to involve the hindlegs, chest and flanks. Most frequently seen in Dachshunds, also in Setters, Lhaso apsos, and others.

Infestation with mites.

A fluid containing a high proportion of hydrogen ions, giving the liquid a sour taste. Measured by pH units, with 1 the most acid, and 14 the least acid. Chemical reactions in the body have to take place at or near neutrality, pH 7.

Lesions seen most often on the chin. Acne may be a manifestation of a keratinization disorder, a primary bacterial infection, dermatophytosis, secondary to allergic skin disease, demodicosis, Malassezia dermatitis, or secondary to systemic disorders.

A defect that happens after being born (contrasted to congenital).

Lesions caused by chronic licking.

Having a sudden and generally severe onset. See also Chronic.

An acute suppression of renal function. The most common causes of ARF are renal ischemia and nephrotoxicity.

The sudden onset of signs of disease.

Addison's disease is also known as hypoadrenocorticism. It is a disease that results from a decrease in corticosteroid secretion from the adrenal gland. See article: Addison's Disease (Hypoadrenocorticism) in Dogs.

When structures that are not normally bound together become stuck to one another.

A gland located close to the kidneys that produces several hormones including cortisol.

A hormone produced by the adrenal glands that elevates heart and respiration rates; also called 'epinephrine.'

Medication formulated to kill adult forms of a parasite.

Bacteria that require oxygen to survive and grow.

An animal that is completely white because it lacks the ability to make pigment. Its eyes are pale blue or pink.