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Demodicosis in Dogs and Cats (Demodectic Mange): Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Demodicosis is a skin disease caused by Demodex mites living in hair follicles and oil glands, producing localized or widespread hair loss, redness, and scaling. Most dogs carry the mites harmlessly, but stress, illness, or immune weakness allows outbreaks that need veterinary antiparasitic treatment.
Sarcoptic Mange in Dogs and Cats (Scabies): Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Sarcoptic mange is a highly contagious skin disease caused by the burrowing mite Sarcoptes scabiei, leading to intense itching, redness, hair loss, and crusting. It spreads by direct contact and is treated with parasiticides plus control of secondary infection.
Dermatophytosis (Ringworm) in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Dermatophytosis is infection by keratin-loving dermatophytes (Trichophyton, Microsporum, Epidermophyton) that invade the skin, hair, and nails of people and animals; it is commonly called 'ringworm.'
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP): Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) is a chronic, progressive, and often fatal viral disease of cats caused by a mutated feline coronavirus. It is marked by inflammation of the abdominal lining, accumulation of fluid in the abdomen (the 'wet' form), and a high mortality rate. Young cats under 12 months, purebreds, and cats in multi-cat or shelter environments are most at risk.
Feline Infectious Rhinotracheitis (Feline Herpesvirus-1): Symptoms and Treatment
Feline infectious rhinotracheitis, or cat flu caused by feline herpesvirus-1, is a highly contagious upper-respiratory disease. It produces sneezing, eye and nose discharge, conjunctivitis, and fever, and can cause serious eye ulcers and abortion in pregnant cats.
Feline Panleukopenia (Feline Distemper): Symptoms and Treatment
Feline panleukopenia, also called feline distemper or infectious enteritis, is a highly contagious and often fatal viral disease of cats. It causes high fever, vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, and a dangerous drop in white blood cells, and is especially deadly to kittens.
Canine Infectious Tracheobronchitis (Kennel Cough): Symptoms and Treatment
Canine infectious tracheobronchitis - commonly called kennel cough - is a contagious respiratory inflammation that causes a sudden, harsh cough, sometimes with sputum, and often watery eye discharge. Most dogs recover in 3 to 7 days, though some develop secondary infections.
Canine Viral Papillomas (Warts): Symptoms and Treatment
Canine viral papillomatosis is a contagious wart-like growth caused by the canine oral papillomavirus, appearing in the mouth or on the skin. Most cases resolve on their own within weeks to months, but large oral tumors can interfere with eating and may need surgical removal.
Canine Parainfluenza Virus: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Canine parainfluenza is a highly contagious viral respiratory infection in dogs, causing coughing, nasal discharge, and fever much like a human cold. Most cases clear on their own in 3 to 7 days, but secondary infections can prolong the cough for weeks or even prove fatal.
Canine Coronavirus (CCoV): Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Canine coronavirus is a highly contagious viral infection that causes acute gastroenteritis in dogs. It spreads through contact with contaminated saliva, feces, and food, and typically produces vomiting, diarrhea, and appetite loss. Most dogs recover within 7 to 10 days, but the infection is known to recur.