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Pet diseases, explained simply
Symptoms, causes, prevention and clear guidance on when a vet visit cannot wait.
514 conditions
Inclusion body disease (IBD) of snakes
criticalInclusion body disease (IBD) is a fatal viral infection affecting snakes, causing severe neurological symptoms.
Inclusion body disease (lizards)
severeInclusion Body Disease in lizards is a severe viral infection affecting nervous and digestive systems.
Inclusion body disease (snakes)
severeInclusion Body Disease is a severe viral infection affecting snakes, characterized by neurological and respiratory issues.
Inclusion body disease of boids
criticalInclusion body disease (IBD) affects boas and pythons, causing severe neurological symptoms. Consult a vet immediately.
Infectious Bursal Disease
severeInfectious Bursal Disease affects poultry, causing severe immune issues.
Infectious Bursal Disease (Gumboro disease)
severeHighly contagious disease affecting birds, known for immune system suppression.
Infectious Bursal Disease (IBD)
severeInfectious Bursal Disease (IBD) affects chickens, causing severe immune system damage. Highly contagious but not zoonotic.
Infectious Laryngotracheitis
moderateInfectious Laryngotracheitis affects birds, causing respiratory issues.
Infectious Pacheco's disease
severeA severe viral infection in parrots causing liver damage and sudden death.
Infectious stomatitis
moderateInfectious stomatitis, also known as mouth rot, affects reptiles, causing oral inflammation and ulcers.
Infectious Stomatitis (Mouth Rot)
moderateInfectious Stomatitis, known as Mouth Rot, affects reptiles, causing mouth inflammation and ulcers.
Infectious stomatitis (mouth rot) in lizards
moderateInfectious stomatitis in lizards is a common oral infection causing pain and swelling. Consult a vet for treatment.
Infectious Stomatitis (mouth rot) in reptiles
moderateInfectious Stomatitis, or mouth rot, affects reptiles causing oral inflammation and requires veterinary attention.
Infectious stomatitis (mouth rot) in snakes
moderateInfectious stomatitis, or mouth rot, is a common bacterial infection in snakes causing swelling and mouth discharge.
Infectious stomatitis (stomatitis)
moderateInfectious stomatitis affects reptiles, causing mouth inflammation and infection.
Lawsonia intracellularis infection
moderateLawsonia intracellularis causes gastrointestinal issues in pets, requiring veterinary care for effective treatment.
Leptospirosis
severeLeptospirosis is a severe bacterial infection affecting pets, causing liver and kidney damage.
Leptospirosis in Dogs
severeLeptospirosis in dogs is a severe infectious disease caused by bacteria, affecting multiple body systems.
Listeriosis
severeListeriosis is a severe bacterial infection in pets caused by Listeria monocytogenes.
Listeriosis (Listeria monocytogenes infection)
severeListeriosis in pets is a severe bacterial infection caused by Listeria monocytogenes, affecting various species.
Lizard inclusion body disease (LIBD)
severeLIBD is a severe viral disease affecting lizards, causing neurological and digestive issues.
Lyme Disease
moderateLyme disease in pets is an infectious tick-borne illness. Early detection and treatment are vital.
Lymphocystis disease
moderateLymphocystis is a viral disease affecting fish that causes characteristic white nodules on skin, fins, and gills.
Lymphocytic choriomeningitis
moderateLymphocytic choriomeningitis (LCMV) is a viral infection affecting pets, particularly rodents and can be transmitted to humans.