Liver Diseases in Dogs and Cats Liver Diseases in Dogs and Cats Liver Disease in Dogs and Cats normal liver illustration normal liver ultrasound Liver disease in pets as well as people is very complex. The scope of the pathology and disease is far beyond this short article. The liver is the main filtering and clearing house of the body.
All blood supply travels through the liver to be detoxified.
When diagnosed early, treatment of liver disease can be very rewarding. X-rays and ultrasounds are also very important in the diagnose of this disease Liver biopsies may also be an invaluable aid in the determination of the type of liver disease. The end result is the accumulation of ammonia in the blood stream due to prolonged circulation of toxins in the blood stream from portal shunts, cirrhosis, or end stage liver disease. These signs are more prevent after eating due to the increased amount of ammonia in the blood stream affecting the brain. A rapid loss of liver function due to death of liver cells.