Dog & Cat Health Issues
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- Abdominal Pain
- ACL
- Acne
- Addison's Disease
- Adenocarcinoma
- Aggression
- Aggression (Cat)
- Allergic Reaction
- Allergies
- Alopecia
- Alopecia (Cat)
- Anemia
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Atrioventricular Endocardiosis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Bacterial Infection
- Bad Breath
- Bereavement
- Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Stones & Infections
- Blindness
- Blisters
- Bloat/Torsion/GDV
- Blood In Urine
- Bone Cancer
- Bone Pain
- Boxer cardiomyopathy (BCM)
- Breast Cancer
- Breathing Difficulties
- Bronchitis
- Cancer
- Canine Distemper
- Cardiac Disease
- Cat Allergies
- Cat Anxiety
- Cat Arthritis
- Cat Bad Breath
- Cat Blindness
- Cat Cancer
- Cat Cataracts
- Cat Congestive Heart Failure
- Cat Cough
- Cat Dementia
- Cat Dermatitis
- Cat Diabetes
- Cat Epilepsy
- Cat Eye Infections
- Cat Fever
- Cat Glaucoma
- Cat Hair Loss
- Cat Heart Attack
- Cat Hyperthyroidism
- Cat Inappetence
- Cat Liver Disease
- Cat Nausea
- Cat Obesity
- Cat Pancreatic Cancer
- Cat Paralysis
- Cat Phobias
- Cat Ringworm
- Cat Seizures
- Cat Skin Bumps
- Cat Skin Cancer
- Cat Vomiting & Diarrhea
- Cataracts
- Cherry Eye
- Cleft Palate
- Cluster Seizures
- Cold
- Conjunctivitis
- Constipation
- Coughing
- Crohn's Disease
- Cushing's Disease
- Dandruff
- Deafness/Hearing Loss
- Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD)
- Degenerative Myelopathy (DM)
- Dementia
- Depression
- Dermatitis
- Destructive Behaviors
- Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty Eating
- Digestive Issues
- Digestive Issues (Cat)
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Dry Eye (Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca)
- Ear Infections
- Ear Mites
- Elbow Dysplasia
- Encephalitis
- Enlarged Heart
- Entropion
- Epilepsy
- Eye Infections
- Fainting
- Feline Lymphoma
- Fever
- Folliculitis
- Food Allergies (Cats)
- Food Allergies (Dogs)
- Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV)
- Gastrointestinal Disease
- Gastrointestinal Issues
- General Wellness
- Giardia
- Glaucoma
- Grief & Mourning
- Hair Loss
- Heart Defects
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Heart Murmur
- Heart Murmurs
- Hemangiosarcoma
- Hernia
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Sugar
- High Cholesterol
- Hives
- Horse Colic
- Horse Lameness
- Hotspots
- Hyperactive
- Hyperadrenocorticism
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Immune Mediated Disease
- Impetigo
- Incontinence
- Increased Appetite
- Infectious Diseases
- Inflammation (Cat)
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease - Cats
- Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) - Cat
- Itching, Scratching, Chewing
- Jaundice
- Joint Pain
- Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Kennel Cough
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Disease (Cat)
- Kidney Failure
- Kidney Stones
- Kitten Anxiety
- Kitten Cough
- Lameness
- Laminitis
- Lethargy
- Leukemia
- Limping
- Liver Cancer
- Liver Disease
- Liver Failure
- Liver Failure (Cat)
- Liver Inflammation
- Lung Cancer
- Lupus
- Lyme Disease
- Lymphoma
- Lymphosarcoma
- Malnourishment
- Mange
- Marking
- Mast Cell Tumors
- Melanoma
- Mobility Issues
- Motion Sickness
- Mouth Cancer
- Muscle Spasms
- Nausea
- Neurological Decline
- Neurological issues
- Obesity
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (Cats)
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (Dogs)
- Osteoarthritis (OA)
- Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD)
- Osteochondrosis
- Osteoporosis
- Osteosarcoma
- Pain
- Pain (Cat)
- Pain (Horse)
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreatitis
- Panic Attack
- Panosteitis
- Paralysis
- Parvovirus
- Pemphigus
- Periodontal Disease
- Phobias
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
- Puppy Aggression
- Puppy Anxiety
- Puppy Parvovirus
- Rabies
- Reverse sneezing
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Ringworm
- Sarcoptic Mange
- Seizures
- Senior/Geriatric
- Separation Anxiety
- Separation Anxiety (Horse)
- Skin Allergies
- Skin and Coat
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Disorders
- Skin Issues
- Sneezing
- Socialization
- Spraying
- Staph Infection
- Staph Infection (Cat)
- Stress
- Tail Biting
- Thunderstorm Anxiety
- Travel Anxiety
- Tumors
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Vacuum Phobia
- Vomiting
- Vomiting Blood
- von Willebrand's Disease (vWD)
- Water Phobia
- Weak Bones
- Weakness
- Weight Gain
- Weight Loss
- Wobbler's Syndrome
- Yeast Infection
Dogs and cats suffer a wide range of health issues, from simple colds to more serious chronic conditions, such as heart disease. Veterinarians get millions of visits from ailing dogs and cats every year. While some dog diseases and disorders may be easily treated by the vet, many require ongoing treatment and care to ensure your pet’s ongoing health and wellbeing.
We have created a full database of common dog ailments to help you better understand some of the many health issues that your cat or dog may experience.
Aging and Wellness
As rambunctious and energetic as your little pup or kitten might be now, age can cause more than just maturation and bigger paws. The years can cause a whole host of problems. This ranges from more obvious issues, like lethargy and general wellness issues, to more subtle dog health issues, including Cushing’s disease, kennel cough, sleep issues, as well as glaucoma and other forms of visual impairment.
Anxiety and Phobias
Your pup or cat may seem carefree and fun-loving, but even animals can suffer from fears and anxiety. Separation anxiety is one of the most common forms of pet anxiety, causing your dog or cat to suffer from various stress and behavior issues when left alone in the home. Anxieties and phobias may exhibit themselves through various means, often in the form of destructive or violent behaviors. Dogs and cats may also suffer from depression, grief, and other mood disorders common to humans.
Cancer
Did you know that cancer is the leading cause of death in dogs over 2 years of age? Or that nearly 6 million dogs and 6 million cats will be diagnosed with cancer this year? Watching your furry friend suffer from cancer is heartbreaking. However, understanding the most common signs and symptoms, causes, and treatment options for cancer in dogs and cats can make the experience a little bit easier. Discover the most common types of pet cancer and other helpful information on our blog.
Digestive and Nausea
Pets easily get into foods they shouldn’t, causing some significant tummy troubles. From diarrhea and vomiting to nausea to simple diets for sensitive stomachs, learn the types of digestive issues that your pup or kitten might be dealing with.
Epilepsy and Seizures
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that causes recurring seizures in your dog or cat. Vets classify two different types of seizures: focal and generalized. Generalized seizures affect both sides of the brain and the whole body, leading to twitching in all four limbs and a loss of consciousness. Focal seizures only affect a small part of the brain, causing twitching in just the face, one limb, or a side of the body. These seizures can last 30 to 90 seconds.
Heart & Circulatory Problems
Many dog owners are concerned about heart and circulatory problems, such as congestive heart failure, heartworm disease, and issues with blood vessels. Veterinary medicine has come a long way recently, developing an innovative treatment for a variety of concerns.
Joints and Mobility
Joint issues in pets are common, leading to pain, discomfort, and general mobility problems. Joint issues can be development or degenerative. With developmental joint issues, which include hip or elbow dysplasia, the joint hasn’t developed correctly. Degenerative problems, like arthritis, occur as your pet ages.
Lyme Disease & Other Infections
Lyme disease is spread by ticks and is another common infection among dogs. Infected dogs that do not receive treatment are at risk for the disease spreading to their lymph nodes, heart, and can eventually cause kidney disease.
Pain and Inflammation
Pet pain can be caused by a wide range of problems, from arthritis to pancreatitis to toothaches. While pain or inflammation alone may not be concerning, it is often the first sign pointing to a greater underlying problem.
Skin and Coat
A beautiful coat and clear skin are often the main signs of good health. Cat and dog skin conditions are quite common, however most can be managed if treated properly. Skin disease or problems with your pet’s fur can be caused by a variety of issues, including allergies, dermatitis, and mange. This can result in hair loss, sores, and excessive scratching and chewing.