Ultrasound-guided urinary bladder biopsy through a urinary catheter in a bitch.

A 34.4 kg 5 yr old spayed female mixed-breed dog was presented for evaluation of a urinary bladder mass. The dog had a recent onset of hematuria and stranguria but otherwise appeared to be healthy.

Simultaneous pheochromocytoma and third-degree atrioventricular block in 2 dogs.

Objective: To describe the occurrence of pheochromocytoma with third-degree atrioventricular (AV) block in 2 dogs.

Case Series Summary: Two dogs were referred for echocardiograms and further diagnostic and therapeutic treatment for third-degree AV block. Abdominal ultrasound of 1 dog revealed an adrenal mass, while that of the other dog revealed bilateral adrenal masses.

Soft palate cyst in a cat.

A 17-month-old cat presented for frequent swallowing, occasional cough and stertor. Radiographic evaluation revealed a soft tissue mass at the level of the soft palate. Oral examination revealed a soft tissue mass within the soft palate.