This is a new segment I’ve been wanting to do for a while now – taking various medical and health conditions in pets and breaking them down to the bare bones. All you’re going to see here are facts, no excessive wordiness, no BS.
So as promised, everything you need to know about Colitis & Proctitis in two minutes or less.
..buckle up!
What is it?
Colitis – inflammation of the colon
Proctitis – inflammation of the rectum
What does this mean?
These mechanisms reduce the ability of the colon to absorb water and store feces, which causes frequent diarrhea, often with mucus or blood.
Breed dispositions
Boxers
What are the symptoms?
- Inconsistencies in feces (semiformed to liquid)
- High frequency of defication with small fecal volume
- Chronic diarrhea often with mucus or blood
What causes this?
- Ingestion of foreign materials
- Pancreatitis
- Allergic reaction to dietary protein
How is this diagnosed?
- Fecal examination (by your Vet)
That’s great, my pet has colitis – what do I do about it?
This is where we come in – change your pet’s diet.
- Switching to a single source protein, hypoallergenic food is best for long term improvement
- Increase fibre in diet through supplementation
Some pets may require initial doses of medication from your Veterinarian – antimicrobial and immunosuppresive drugs are most common.
If you recognize any of these symptoms in your pet, come talk to us – we can help!
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