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Pet diseases, explained simply

Symptoms, causes, prevention and clear guidance on when a vet visit cannot wait.

158 conditions

Obesity in Dogs

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Obesity in dogs is a common metabolic disorder that affects their health and quality of life.

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Obesity in Pets

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Obesity in pets is a metabolic disorder causing excessive weight gain and health issues.

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Obesity in Rabbits

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Obesity in rabbits is a growing health concern, affecting their wellbeing and leading to various health issues.

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Obesity in Small Animals

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Pet obesity is a common metabolic disorder affecting small animals, leading to health complications.

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Obesity-related complications

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Serious health complications arising from excess weight in pets, including diabetes, joint problems, and cardiovascular issues.

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Ocular Gout (rare)

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Ocular gout in pets is a rare metabolic disorder causing eye discomfort and vision issues.

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Osteomalacia

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Osteomalacia leads to soft bones in pets due to vitamin D deficiency, causing pain and weakness.

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Osteoporosis in Small Mammals

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Osteoporosis affects bone density in small mammals, leading to fragility and fractures. Early vet consultation is crucial.

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Pet Diabetes Mellitus

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Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder affecting pets' ability to regulate blood sugar levels, requiring lifelong management.

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Pet Obesity

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Pet obesity is a serious metabolic condition affecting over 50% of pets, leading to diabetes, arthritis, and reduced lifespan without proper management.

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Poisoning from environmental toxins in reptiles

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Environmental toxin poisoning in reptiles occurs when pets are exposed to harmful chemicals, pesticides, or household products causing serious health complications.

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Pyramiding

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Pyramiding is a shell deformity in turtles and tortoises caused by dietary and environmental factors.

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Pyramiding (shell deformity)

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Shell deformity in turtles and tortoises causing raised, pyramid-like scutes due to improper diet, lighting, or husbandry conditions.

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Pyramiding in tortoises

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Pyramiding is a shell deformity in tortoises causing raised, cone-shaped scutes due to improper diet, lighting, or humidity conditions.

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Pyramiding of scutes

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Pyramiding causes abnormal shell growth in turtles and tortoises.

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Pyramiding of the carapace

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Pyramiding is shell deformity in turtles and tortoises caused by improper care.

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Renal gout

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Renal gout is a serious metabolic disorder in birds and reptiles caused by kidney dysfunction leading to uric acid crystal deposits in organs and joints.

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Scurvy

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Scurvy in pets is caused by Vitamin C deficiency, leading to lethargy and joint pain. Consult a vet for diagnosis and treatment.

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Scurvy (ascorbic acid deficiency)

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Scurvy is a metabolic disorder in pets due to a lack of vitamin C.

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Scurvy (hypovitaminosis C)

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Scurvy in pets is a metabolic disorder due to vitamin C deficiency, mainly affecting guinea pigs and primates.

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Scurvy (Hypovitaminosis C) in reptiles

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Scurvy in reptiles is a metabolic disorder caused by vitamin C deficiency. It leads to severe health issues if untreated.

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Secondary hyperparathyroidism

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A metabolic disorder in pets causing bone issues due to imbalanced calcium and phosphorus.

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Shell pyramiding

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Shell pyramiding is a common shell deformity in turtles and tortoises caused by poor husbandry.

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Soft Shell Disease

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Soft Shell Disease affects reptile shells, causing deformities and potential health issues.

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