Description: An endocrine condition wherein the adrenal glands produce excessive amounts of glucocorticoids. A dog suffering from Cushing’s Disease will exhibit frequent urination, increased water consumption, increased appetite, change in coat color, slow hair and nail growth, abdominal enlargement and hair loss. Your dog may suffer from recurrent urinary tract infections. A series of blood tests can be done by your veterinarian to arrive at a correct diagnosis. Treatment will depend on the cause of the condition. Surgery can be performed to remove an adrenal tumor which has caused abnormal production of adrenal hormones. There are also non-surgical treatment choices that your veterinarian can prescribe for Cushing’s Disease.

Breeds Commonly Affected: Dachshund, Bischon Frise, Silky Terrier