Veterinary reference
Diseases & conditions A–Z
Recognise important signs, understand what a veterinarian may investigate and know how quickly to seek help. These pages support—not replace—an examination.
Canine osteoarthritis
A progressive, painful joint disease that can reduce mobility, sleep quality and willingness to exercise.
Dogs
Feline chronic kidney disease
A common progressive condition in older cats in which the kidneys gradually lose filtering and regulatory function.
Cats
Canine parvovirus
A highly contagious viral disease that causes severe vomiting, diarrhoea, dehydration and immune suppression, especially in puppies.
Dogs
Feline diabetes mellitus
A disorder of blood-glucose regulation that commonly causes increased thirst, urination, appetite changes and weight loss.
Cats
Rabbit dental disease
Overgrown or misaligned continuously growing teeth can cause chronic pain, wounds, poor eating and gastrointestinal slowdown.
Rabbits
Avian psittacosis
A bacterial infection caused by Chlamydia psittaci that affects birds and can spread to people.
Birds, People
Metabolic bone disease in bearded dragons
A preventable disorder of calcium metabolism that weakens bones and muscles, usually because of incorrect UVB, diet or temperatures.
Bearded dragons, Reptiles
Freshwater ich
A contagious protozoal infection, often called white spot disease, that irritates skin and gills and can spread rapidly through an aquarium.
Freshwater fish