Rectoanal Polyps in Dogs

Rectoanal polyps is characterized by the growth of flap-like protrusions in the anal and rectal walls. The polyps may be directly attached to the intestinal wall (sessile), or attached through a stalk-like cylindrical connection.

Most rectoanal polyps are non-cancerous, and are merely extensions of the innermost tissue lining of the intestinal walls. And while most cases of polyps are usually isolated, there are occasions dogs suffer from multiple polyps.

• Symptoms and Types
• Causes
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Living and Management

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Cutaneous Asthenia

I’m sure you’ll respond to this title with an emphatic, “YES — duh.” But for me, it’s a good starting point for sourcing your opinions and stories.

We’ve all seen vets and techs that have a little more of “the gift” than others. They just glide their hand over the animal’s back and somehow, a formerly hissing, spitting beast is subdued to low grumblings. Others simply seem to have no fear — which is a crucial element in mastering any creature. (For the record, I’m neither of these — I happen to be comfortable with a healthy dose of fear and have to rely more on my training than on instinct).

Regardless, it’s true that vets and techs who approach pets confidently and slowly almost always have the upper hand. A secure grip that still allows the animal to move in such a way that she still thinks she could get away if she wanted to and … voilá … a relatively safe situation is now in play.

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