ULCERATIVE COLITIS IN A DOG

A ten year-old intact male, labrador was presented at the Veterinary Clinical Complex Nagpur, with complaints of sudden loose stools accompanied by hematochezia with an urge of frequent defecation, inappetence and abdominal pain.There was no history of sudden change in diet.On physical examination, the patient showed normal rectal temperature, 3-5% degree of dehydration (sticky mucus membrane), Conjunctivae was pale, capillary refill time less than 2 second, heart rate 132 beats /min and anemia.A snap test was negative for corona and parvo viral infection.Fecal sample was negative for ova of helminths.A peripheral blood smear was examined to rule out infection involving haemo-protozoan.Based on the clinical signs, physical examination and other diagnostic tests the case was diagnosed to be of Ulcerative colitis which was managed by antibiotics, fluids, corticosteroids and oral supplements.