Pet Health Articles
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There are four major infectious diseases seen in pet rabbits: myxomatosis, rabbit hemorrhagic disease (RHD), encephalitozoonosis, and pasteurellosis. This handout discusses the causes, signs, and treatments for these diseases. Be sure to have your rabbit checked annually by a veterinarian to keep them as healthy as possible and minimize problems.
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Infectious canine hepatitis (ICH) is a viral infection caused by a member of the adenovirus family. Young dogs are at the highest risk of contracting this virus and signs of disease usually occur within two to five days after exposure. In severe cases, usually in young puppies, along with the fever, depression, and loss of appetite, there is abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, edema (fluid swelling under the skin) of the head and neck, and possibly jaundice. Such cases are often fatal. Treatment is aimed at reducing symptoms and giving time for the dog's immune system to respond, including hospitalization, intravenous fluids, and medications. Vaccination has been very successful at reducing the prevalence of this disease.
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This handout outlines common internal parasites in cats and what you can do to prevent or treat infection. Included are parasites of the gastrointestinal tract (roundworms, hookworms, and tapeworms), as well as parasites of the circulatory system (heartworms).
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This handout outlines internal parasites in dogs and what you can do to prevent or treat infection. Included are parasites of the gastrointestinal tract (roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, and tapeworms), as well as parasites of the circulatory system (heartworm).
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Knemidokoptic Mange also called "cere mites" or "scaly leg and beak mite," is a relatively common disorder of the beak and/or feet in several species of small pet birds. It is caused by a mite that typically affects canaries, cockatiels and parakeets.
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Leptospirosis is an infectious disease caused by bacteria that are passed in the urine of infected animals and survive for long periods of time in warm, stagnant water or moist soil. The disease causes severe damage to the kidney, liver, and other organs, and may be fatal in severe cases.
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Melioidosis is a bacterial infection that is typically associated with tropical regions. The bacteria that causes melioidosis, Burkholderia pseudomallei, is usually found in soil and water. The clinical signs of this condition, along with transmission, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis, are outlined in this handout.
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Translated from the original English article Distemper in Dogs -
Pacheco's disease is caused by a herpes virus. It is often a fatal disease, but treatment with anti-herpes medication may be life-saving if used at first presentation. This disease is seen less often in today's pet bird population since most parrots are domestically raised and not imported.
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Translated from the original English article Internal Parasites in Cats