Veterinary Internal Medicine

What Systems Do Internal Conditions Impact?

Is your pet showing symptoms of an internal condition? Our veterinary team will conduct a comprehensive physical exam to diagnose the issue and create a detailed treatment plan customized to your pet's needs.

Internal ailments can affect the following systems:

• Cardiovascular (Heart & Blood Vessels)

  Like people, dogs and cats can suffer from heart diseases and disorders. With the technology in our in-house vet lab, our vets can examine your pet for signs of heart conditions so that you have results quickly. Fast results mean starting treatment sooner.

  If your vet is unable to diagnose or treat your dog or cat's heart condition as part of our internal medicine checks, we will be sure to refer you to a board-certified internal medicine vet in Beloit and work with your specialist to ensure that your pet receives the very best care.

• Pulmonary (Lungs & Respiratory)

  Your pet's respiratory system does the essential work of delivering oxygen to the body and eliminating waste gases such as carbon dioxide. Because dogs and cats don't sweat the way people do, your pet's respiratory system also plays a key role in regulating body temperature.

  Common pulmonary disorders in dogs include chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), canine distemper virus, pneumonia, and lung tumors.

  Common pulmonary disorders in cats include asthma, bronchitis, parasitic worms, bacterial infections, and viruses.

• Gastrointestinal (Digestive Organs)

  Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders are a common internal medicine issue seen by our veterinarians in Beloit. GI conditions affect your pet's stomach and intestines, interfering with the animal's ability to digest food properly and absorb nutrients.

  Pets suffering from GI problems often experience symptoms such as blood in stool, constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, gas, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, and weight loss.

• Urinary (Renal System)

  Veterinary internal medicine also covers urology conditions such as urinary tract infections (UTIs) in dogs and feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) in cats.

  Your pet's urinary tract consists of their kidneys, the tubes that carry urine to the bladder, the bladder, and the urethra that conducts urine out of their body. Urinary tract disorders can affect any part of this system.

• Endocrine (Glands)

  Essential hormones are secreted into your pet's body thanks to the hard work of a number of glands. These glands and hormones are your pet's endocrine system. When your pet's endocrine system isn't working the way it should, symptoms can include skin problems and poor coat condition.

• Neurological (Brain & Nervous System)

  Neurology is a branch of veterinary internal medicine covering conditions of the brain and spinal cord as well as neuromuscular dysfunction. Some of the most common neurological disorders in dogs and cats include seizures, IVDD, and tumors.

  If your animal requires diagnoses or care for neurologic conditions that are beyond the scope of our experienced veterinarians, we will be happy to refer you to an animal internal medicine specialist or veterinary neurologist in Beloit. Our vets will work closely with your specialist to ensure your pet receives the best treatment possible.

• Reproductive System

  Our team of veterinary professionals understands the financial investment and personal commitment that go into breeding companion animals properly. If your animal is experiencing reproductive difficulties, our vet will work to diagnose the issue and offer appropriate treatment options to help resolve the problem.

• Immune System

  Your pet's immune system detects foreign invaders or abnormal cells and begins defensive action to protect the animal's health. That said, the immune system doesn't always work as it should, in which case your pet will be diagnosed with an immune-mediated disorder.

  Common immune-mediated disorders in dogs and cats include anemia, arthritis, irritable bowel syndrome, hypothyroidism, allergies, and skin diseases.

Referrals to Board-Certified Specialists

Your pet's health is our highest priority. We take treating issues affecting their internal organs very seriously.

Because of this, if your pet needs a procedure or expertise that we do not offer, we will refer you to an experienced veterinary internal medicine specialist located in Beloit.