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Pet diseases, explained simply
Symptoms, causes, prevention and clear guidance on when a vet visit cannot wait.
1,699 conditions
Boid inclusion body disease (BIBD)
severeBIBD is a severe viral disease affecting boid snakes, causing neurological and respiratory issues.
Boid Inclusion Body Disease (IBD)
severeA viral disease in snakes causing neurological and respiratory symptoms.
Boid inclusion body disease (Inclusion body disease)
criticalA severe viral disease affecting boid snakes, causing neurological issues.
Boid pox
moderateBoid pox is a viral infection affecting reptiles, notably boas and pythons, causing skin lesions and requiring veterinary care.
Bordetella Bronchiseptica
mild to moderateBordetella Bronchiseptica causes respiratory infections in pets, commonly known as kennel cough.
Bordetella Infection
mildBordetella Infection is a contagious respiratory disease in pets, often causing coughing and sneezing.
Bordetellosis
mildBordetellosis is a contagious respiratory infection in pets, commonly known as kennel cough.
Bordetellosis (avian bordetellosis)
moderateBordetellosis is a contagious respiratory disease affecting birds, caused by Bordetella avium bacteria.
Botulism
criticalBotulism in pets is a serious paralytic illness caused by Clostridium botulinum toxin.
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
moderateBrachycephalic Airway Syndrome affects short-nosed pets, causing breathing issues.
Brain Tumors
severeBrain tumors in pets are abnormal growths affecting the central nervous system, causing neurological symptoms and requiring immediate veterinary care.
Bronchiectasis in Dogs
moderateBronchiectasis in dogs involves chronic dilation of the bronchi leading to recurrent respiratory issues.
Bronchitis
moderateBronchitis in pets affects the airways, causing coughing and breathing issues.
Budgerigar Fledgling Disease
severeA viral infection in birds causing severe illness, especially in young budgerigars.
Budgerigar fledgling disease (circovirus infection)
severeA severe viral infection in budgerigars causing feather, beak, and immune system issues.
Budgerigar fledgling disease (Circovirus)
severeA severe viral disease affecting budgerigars, causing feather and beak abnormalities and immune suppression.
Budgerigar fledgling disease (Circovirus) in pet birds
severeA viral infection affecting young budgerigars causing feather loss and immune suppression.
Budgerigar fledgling disease (Polyomavirus)
severeA viral disease affecting young budgerigars, causing severe symptoms and high mortality.
Bumblefoot
severeBumblefoot is a common inflammatory condition affecting the feet of various pets, leading to pain and swelling.
Bumblefoot (pododermatitis)
severeBumblefoot is a painful condition affecting the feet of various pets, causing swelling and sores.
Bumblefoot in Birds
moderateBumblefoot is a bacterial infection affecting bird feet, causing painful swelling and ulceration that requires prompt veterinary treatment.
Calcium Deficiency in Rabbits
moderateCalcium deficiency affects rabbit bone health. Key causes include diet and absorption issues.
Calcium Deficiency in Reptiles
severeCalcium deficiency in reptiles causes serious bone and muscle problems that can be life-threatening without proper treatment.
Camallaniasis
moderateCamallaniasis affects fish, caused by parasitic worms, leading to digestive issues.