Crude oil is a naturally-occurring substance found in certain rock formations in the earth. To extract the maximum value from crude, it needs to be refined into petroleum products. The best-known of these is gasoline, or petrol. Others include liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), naphtha, kerosene, gas oil and fuel oil. Oil wells are used to release the oil from within the earth.
Fluid Therapy. Fluid therapy is a treatment you can do at home to help maintain your dog's failing kidneys. In fluid therapy, electrolytes such as potassium are injected under your dog's skin. These electrolytes help boost your dog's failing renal system.
Respiratory ailments are relatively common in dogs and other animals. Many diseases are diagnosed by blood tests, radiographs (X-rays) or ultrasound, but some diseases escape diagnosis and need additional tests. Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) is a test in which fluid samples from the bronchus and alveoli (air sacs) are obtained in dogs. These fluid samples are then submitted for analysis to help determine the underlying cause of illness.