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Pet diseases, explained simply

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

1,699 conditions

Coccidiosis in Small Mammals

moderate

Coccidiosis is a parasitic infection affecting the intestines of small mammals, causing diarrhea and abdominal discomfort.

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Coccidiosis in Small Pets

moderate

Coccidiosis is a parasitic infection affecting small pets, causing digestive issues and requiring veterinary care.

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Coccidiosis in Young Animals

moderate

Coccidiosis is a parasitic intestinal infection affecting young animals, causing diarrhea and dehydration. Early treatment prevents serious complications.

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Coelomitis

moderate

Coelomitis is an inflammation of the coelom, affecting birds and reptiles.

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Cognitive Dysfunction in Aging Dogs

mild to severe

Cognitive dysfunction in dogs is a neurological disorder causing memory and learning issues.

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Cognitive Dysfunction in Older Dogs

moderate

Cognitive Dysfunction in older dogs affects memory, learning, and awareness. Symptoms include disorientation and changes in behavior.

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Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome

moderate

Age-related neurological condition in pets causing memory loss, disorientation, and behavioral changes similar to dementia in humans.

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Colibacillosis

moderate

Colibacillosis is a bacterial infection in pets caused by E. coli, affecting the digestive system.

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Colibacillosis (Escherichia coli infection)

moderate

Colibacillosis is an E. coli infection in pets causing digestive issues. Consult a vet for diagnosis and treatment.

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Colitis

moderate

Colitis is inflammation of the large intestine in pets, causing diarrhea, blood in stool, and digestive discomfort.

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Colitis in Dogs

moderate

Colitis in dogs causes inflammation of the colon leading to diarrhea and discomfort.

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Columnaris disease

moderate

Columnaris disease is a highly contagious bacterial infection affecting freshwater fish, causing white cotton-like growths on skin, fins, and gills.

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Columnaris Disease (Flavobacterium columnare)

moderate

Columnaris disease is a serious bacterial infection affecting fish, causing white patches and gill damage that can be fatal if untreated.

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Congestive Heart Failure

severe

Congestive Heart Failure in pets is a severe cardiovascular condition requiring immediate veterinary attention.

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Conjunctivitis

mild

Conjunctivitis in pets causes eye redness and discharge, affecting comfort and vision.

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Conjunctivitis (avian/hamster)

moderate

Conjunctivitis in avian and hamsters can cause eye redness, swelling, and discharge. Consult a vet for proper diagnosis and treatment.

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Conjunctivitis in birds

mild

Conjunctivitis in birds is an eye condition causing redness and discharge. Prompt veterinary care is advised.

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Conjunctivitis in Cats

severe

Conjunctivitis in cats causes eye redness and discharge. Seek veterinary care for diagnosis and treatment.

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Constipation

severe

Constipation in pets causes difficulty in passing stools, affecting their digestive health.

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Corneal Ulcer

moderate

Corneal ulcers in pets are painful eye conditions requiring prompt veterinary care to prevent vision loss.

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Crooked beak disease

moderate

Crooked beak disease affects birds, causing beak misalignment.

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Crooked beak syndrome

mild

Crooked beak syndrome affects birds, causing beak misalignment and feeding difficulties.

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Crop stasis

moderate

Crop stasis is a digestive condition in birds causing crop delay, requiring prompt veterinary care.

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Cruciate Ligament Injuries in Dogs

moderate

Cruciate ligament injuries in dogs cause knee instability and lameness, requiring prompt veterinary care for proper diagnosis and treatment.

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