Interactive Pet Diagnosis
Search Instructions:
Use the Pet Symptom Finder to help you search for articles that are specifically related to your pets health condition.
First, select a Pet species from the Select Pet drop-down menu.
Next, choose from a list of specific symptoms in the Select Symptom Category.
Optionally, you can type in specific keywords related to your pets condition in the keyword search field.
Finally, hit the Search button to see the results.
Help Search
Use the Interactive Pet Diagnosis to research symptoms and view proposed treatments—get a heads up on a possible diagnosis for your pet. It may help if you suspect your pet is not behaving normally, but do not know the cause. Or if you know the cause and want to know how to treat your pet. By reading through our library of health articles you stay informed on current medical conditions and gain an understanding of the available treatments to better care for your animal. If you do not find what you are looking for you are welcome to ask one of our veterinary experts or look for local veterinary experts and pet services.
Search Results for Diagnose
- Septic Arthritis in Rabbits
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Septic arthritis is a bacterial infection of the joint causing pain, lameness, stiffness and swelling.
- Taurine Deficiency in Cats
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Taurine is one of the 22 amino acids that cats need to build and maintain all aspects of growth and development. Amino acids are the building blocks of protein. Twelve of the amino acids are synthesized by the animal, the other 10 need to be supplemented in their diet. In some cases deficiencies in taurine have been associated with the progression of cardiomyopathy in dogs and cats.
- Taurine Deficiency in Dogs
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Taurine is one of 22 amino acids that dogs need to build and maintain all aspects of growth and development. Amino acids are the building blocks of protein. Twelve of the amino acids are synthesized by the animal, the other 10 need to be supplemented in their diet. In some cases deficiencies in taurine have been associated with the progression of cardiomyopathy in dogs and cats.
- Dropped Jaw in Dogs (Trigeminal Neuritis)
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Trigeminal Neuritis is a relatively rare idiopathic (no known cause) in which the dog acutely (suddenly) cannot close his mouth. The lower jaw (mandible) actually hangs down. The trigeminal nerve normally wraps around the face and controls the movement of the lower jaw and the ability of the eye to blink. Once diagnosed it is very important to make sure you have time to assist your dog with his nutrition and water intake while his jaw is dropped.
- Parasite Drug (Ivermectin) Poisoning in Dogs
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Ivermectin is an antihelmintic drug used to prevent heart worms and ear and hair mites in dogs. Many products contain Ivermectin for this use and these include; Heartgard, Heartgard Plus, Ivomec, Milbemycin, and Zimectrin. Ivermectin works by increasing the activation of receptor cells in the central nervous system (CNS-brain and spinal cord). If you suspect your dog is having a toxic reaction to this drug we suggest you immediately seek veterinary care.
- Bird Flu (Avian Influenza H5N1)
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Bird or Avian Flu is a virus that easily spread among domesticated and wild birds. It is also zoonotic in that it can infect humans.
- Abnormal Skin Shedding in Lizards
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Abnormal skin shedding in lizards is usually caused by having too low a humidity level in the tank. However, there are other issues to be aware of regarding abnormal skin shedding.
- Ingestion of Foreign Objects in Ferrets
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Ferrets are curious critters and like to chew! Therefore, ferrets commonly ingest foreign objects. This can be a serious condition warranting a veterinary visit especially if your ferret is vomiting or lethargic.
- Excess Calicum in Rabbits
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Excessive calcium in a rabbits diet can lead to problems such as urinary stones. Unlike other mammals, rabbits absorb all the calcium that is present in their diet so calcium intake is important to monitor.
- Cheek Teeth Elongation in Rabbits
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Dental problems in rabbits can involve the elongation of the cheek teeth (molars and premolars). If the cheek teeth grow too long this condition can cause anorexia, lethargy and other veterinary related issues.
