Health library
Pet diseases, explained simply
Symptoms, causes, prevention and clear guidance on when a vet visit cannot wait.
191 conditions
Retained spectacle (snakes)
moderateRetained spectacle in snakes occurs when the eye cap does not shed properly, affecting vision.
Retained spectacles
moderateRetained spectacles occur when snakes and lizards do not shed the clear scale covering their eyes properly.
Ringtail
moderateRingtail causes tail necrosis in small mammals due to low humidity and poor care.
Ringworm in Cats
moderateRingworm is a highly contagious fungal skin infection in cats that causes circular hair loss patches and can spread to humans and other pets.
Ringworm in Cats and Dogs
mildRingworm in pets is a common fungal infection causing skin lesions. It's contagious and can spread to humans.
Ringworm in Pets
mildRingworm is a contagious fungal infection affecting pets' skin, causing circular patches of hair loss.
Scale abscess
moderateScale abscesses in pets involve pus-filled swellings on the skin, often caused by bacterial infections.
Scale Rot
moderateA bacterial infection affecting the skin of reptiles, often due to poor husbandry.
Scale Rot (Bacterial Dermatitis)
moderateBacterial skin infection in reptiles leading to scales decay.
Scale Rot (bacterial dermatitis) in snakes
moderateScale Rot is a bacterial skin infection in snakes causing lesions and discoloration.
Scale rot (bacterial skin infection) in lizards
moderateScale rot is a common bacterial skin infection in lizards causing lesions and inflammation.
Scale Rot (Dermatitis)
moderateScale Rot is a skin infection affecting reptiles and amphibians, causing ulcers and lesions.
Scale rot (dermatitis) in lizards
moderateScale rot in lizards causes lesions and ulcerations on the skin due to poor husbandry. Early treatment is crucial.
Scale rot (dermatitis) in reptiles
moderateScale rot is a bacterial skin infection in reptiles, causing lesions and discomfort.
Scale rot (dermatitis) in snakes
moderateScale rot in snakes is a skin infection that can lead to severe health issues if untreated.
Scale rot (dermatitis) in snakes and lizards
moderateScale rot is a skin infection in snakes and lizards caused by poor conditions. Symptoms include lesions and discoloration.
Scale rot (necrotic dermal infection)
moderateScale rot is a necrotic skin infection in reptiles, often caused by poor husbandry. Consult a vet for treatment.
Scale rot (necrotic dermatitis)
moderateScale rot is a common skin condition in reptiles causing lesions and decay.
Scale rot (necrotic dermatitis) in reptiles
moderateScale rot is a common skin condition in reptiles causing lesions and infections due to poor husbandry.
Scale Rot (reptile dermatitis)
moderateScale Rot is a common skin infection in reptiles, often caused by poor husbandry and bacterial infection.
Scale Rot (reptile scale dermatitis)
moderateScale Rot is a skin infection in reptiles, causing lesions and scale damage.
Scale Rot (reptile scale rot)
moderateScale rot is a dermatological condition in reptiles causing lesions and infections due to poor husbandry.
Scale rot (reptile skin infection)
moderateScale rot is a common bacterial infection in reptiles, affecting their skin health.
Scale rot (reptiles)
moderateScale rot is a bacterial skin infection in reptiles, often from poor husbandry. Prompt veterinary care is crucial.