Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Thyroid disease in pets usually takes one of two forms: hyperthyroidism (an overactive thyroid) or hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid). Since the thyroid helps regulate metabolism, an imbalance in thyroid hormones can affect your pet’s energy, weight, growth, and overall health. While many species can develop thyroid disease, some are more likely to develop one type over the other, leading to different challenges and treatment options.
In this webinar, Dr. Mariel Covo, Senior Veterinarian and Specialist in Internal Medicine at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center (AMC), discusses thyroid disease in dogs and cats. She reviews the signs to watch for, explains how these conditions are diagnosed, and highlights the latest treatment options to support your pet’s health and quality of life.
03:15 Lecture goals
03:58 Thyroid Gland Anatmoy
07:05 Regulation of Thyroid Function
08:45 Thyroid Hormones
11:00 Hypothyroidism Overview
12:58 Acquired Primary Hypothyroidism
15:25 Hypothyroidism: Signalment
16:10 Hypothyroidism: Clinical Signs
20:45 Hypothyroidism: Diagnosis
26:38 Hypothyroidism: Treatment
28:37 Hypothyroidism in Cats
30:45 Hyperthyroidism Overview
33:25 Hyperthyroidism Signalment
33:48 Hyperthyroidism: Clinical Signs
39:18 Hyperthyroidism: Diagnosis
45:15: Hyperthyroidism : Treatment
58:41 Hyperthyroidism in Dogs
01:00:31 Hypothyroidism Take-Homes
01:01:12 Hyperthyroidism Take-Homes
01:02:01 Q&A
Thyroid disease in pets usually takes one of two forms: hyperthyroidism (an overactive thyroid) or hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid). Since the thyroid helps regulate metabolism, an imbalance in thyroid hormones can affect your pet’s energy, weight, growth, and overall health. While many species can develop thyroid disease, some are more likely to develop one type over the other, leading to different challenges and treatment options.
In this webinar, Dr. Mariel Covo, Senior Veterinarian and Specialist in Internal Medicine at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center (AMC), discusses thyroid disease in dogs and cats. She reviews the signs to watch for, explains how these conditions are diagnosed, and highlights the latest treatment options to support your pet’s health and quality of life.
03:15 Lecture goals
03:58 Thyroid Gland Anatmoy
07:05 Regulation of Thyroid Function
08:45 Thyroid Hormones
11:00 Hypothyroidism Overview
12:58 Acquired Primary Hypothyroidism
15:25 Hypothyroidism: Signalment
16:10 Hypothyroidism: Clinical Signs
20:45 Hypothyroidism: Diagnosis
26:38 Hypothyroidism: Treatment
28:37 Hypothyroidism in Cats
30:45 Hyperthyroidism Overview
33:25 Hyperthyroidism Signalment
33:48 Hyperthyroidism: Clinical Signs
39:18 Hyperthyroidism: Diagnosis
45:15: Hyperthyroidism : Treatment
58:41 Hyperthyroidism in Dogs
01:00:31 Hypothyroidism Take-Homes
01:01:12 Hyperthyroidism Take-Homes
01:02:01 Q&A
