Intestine

The small intestine, named for its small diameter, roughly spans 3-4 times the length of your dog’s body. As food material exits the stomach, it enters the small intestine and mixes with pancreatic and gall bladder secretions. These secretions cause breakdown of food nutrients to allow absorption of proteins, sugars, and fats. Dogs with small intestinal disease do not feel well; they may have vomiting and/or voluminous, watery diarrhea. By far, the most common cause of small intestinal inflammation is dietary indiscretion-raiding the trash can or eating something rotten from the park. Other common causes of small intestinal disease include: foreign body ingestion (e.g.: corn cob, toys), dietary intolerance, parasites, and viral infections.

Mexico Veterinary Hospital
48 Cornell Road
Mexico, New York, 13114

Phone: 315-963-1300

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Location Hours
Monday8:00am – 5:00pm
Tuesday7:30am – 5:00pm
Wednesday8:00am – 5:00pm
Thursday7:30am – 5:00pm
Friday8:00am – 5:00pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

**We are not currently excepting new clients**
Phones get turned on at 8:00am weekday mornings. Monday, Wednesday and Friday our Doctor is here until 12:00pm for appointments. The reception staff is here Monday thru Friday until 5:00pm for medication pickup and answering the phone. **We will be closed on Friday August 27th.**