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Pet diseases, explained simply
Symptoms, causes, prevention and clear guidance on when a vet visit cannot wait.
1,699 conditions
Stress-Induced Aggression in Dogs
moderateUnderstand stress-induced aggression in dogs, its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.
Stress-Induced Behavior Problems in Pets
mildStress-induced behavior issues in pets involve anxiety and fear responses, affecting well-being.
Stress-related Disorders in Parrots
moderateStress disorders in parrots can cause feather plucking, aggression, and vocal changes. Seek vet advice for treatment.
Substrate Impaction
severeSubstrate impaction occurs when pets ingest indigestible materials that block the digestive tract. This serious condition requires immediate veterinary attention.
Surgery Recovery Complications
moderatePost-surgical complications in pets including infection, delayed healing, and wound dehiscence that can occur after any veterinary surgery.
Surgery Recovery in Pets
mildEffective strategies for your pet's recovery post-surgery.
Surgery Recovery Issues
severeUnderstand common surgery recovery issues in pets, symptoms, and treatments.
Surgical Complications
moderateSurgical complications in pets include infections, bleeding, and healing issues that can occur after any surgical procedure.
Surgical Complications in Pets
moderateSurgical complications in pets can range from mild to severe. Always consult a vet for proper care.
Surgical Site Infection
moderateBacterial infection at surgical incision sites causing inflammation, discharge, and delayed healing in pets after surgery.
Surgical Site Infections
moderateBacterial infections that develop at surgical incision sites in pets, causing inflammation, discharge, and delayed healing.
Swim Bladder Disorder
moderateA common fish condition affecting buoyancy control, causing fish to float, sink, or swim sideways. Often caused by overfeeding or poor water quality.
Syphacia obvelata infection
moderateSyphacia obvelata is a pinworm infection affecting rodents with symptoms like itching and weight loss.
Syphacia spp. infection
mildSyphacia spp. infection is a parasitic condition affecting rodents, characterized by gastrointestinal symptoms.
Syphacia spp. infection (pinworm)
mildPinworm infection in pets caused by Syphacia spp., affecting mainly rodents with signs like itching and restlessness.
Syringomyelia / Chiari-like Malformation
severeSyringomyelia is a serious neurological condition where fluid-filled cavities form in the spinal cord, often associated with Chiari-like malformation.
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
severeSystemic Lupus Erythematosus is a serious autoimmune disease affecting multiple organ systems in dogs and cats.
Tail rot
moderateTail rot affects the tails of fish, reptiles, and amphibians, causing decay and discoloration.
Tail rot in reptiles
moderateTail rot is a serious bacterial infection affecting reptile tails, causing tissue death and requiring prompt veterinary treatment.
Tapeworm Infection
mildTapeworms are common intestinal parasites in pets, causing mild symptoms but requiring treatment.
Tapeworm Infection in Pets
mildTapeworm infection in pets is a common parasitic issue, often mild but can cause discomfort.
Teflon toxicosis
criticalTeflon toxicosis is a critical respiratory condition in pets, especially birds, caused by fumes from overheated non-stick cookware.
Testudine herpesvirus infection
moderateTestudine herpesvirus affects turtles and tortoises causing respiratory and neurologic symptoms. Prompt veterinary care is crucial.
Testudinid herpesvirus infection
severeTestudinid herpesvirus affects tortoises and turtles, causing respiratory and neurological symptoms. Consult a vet immediately.