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• Common Diseases of Aquatic Turtles

  Turtles may be affected by one of the following diseases: metabolic bone disease (MBD), vitamin A deficiency, respiratory diseases, abscesses, shell infections, shell fractures, and parasites. Improper diet, poor water filtration, and lack of UV light are contributing factors for many aquatic turtle diseases. Seek immediate veterinary care if your aquatic turtle shows any deviation from normal.

• Common Diseases of Pet Snakes

  Common conditions of pet snakes include infectious stomatitis (mouth rot), parasites, skin infections, respiratory disease, septicemia, and viral diseases such as inclusion body disease (IBD). Signs may be specific for a certain disease or non-specific, such as lack of appetite and lethargy, which can be seen with many diseases. Any deviation from normal is a cause for concern and should be evaluated by your veterinarian as soon as possible. This handout outlines how to know your snake is sick and the treatments for common conditions.

• Control de pulgas en gatos

  Contenido en español actualizado.
  Translated from the original English article: Flea Control in Cats

• Control de pulgas en perros

  Contenido en español actualizado.
  Translated from the original English article Flea Control in Dogs

• Cryptosporidiosis in Dogs

  Cryptosporidium is a species of single-celled parasite that can infect your dog through the gastrointestinal tract. Clinical signs such as diarrhea and weight loss may only be seen in immunosuppressed patients, including puppies. These patients may need supportive care and other treatment to control disease. Certain Cryptosporidium species can be spread between pets and humans, making this parasite zoonotic.

• Cuterebra (Botfly) or Warbles in Cats

  Cuterebra is the scientific name of the North American rabbit or rodent botfly. Cats are accidental hosts of Cuterebra larvae (also called warbles). Botfly larvae encyst (burrow in) the skin. A small “breathing hole” is often visible in the skin over the warble, and this hole can become infected when the larvae matures and leaves. Signs and treatment are discussed.

• Cuterebra (Botfly) or Warbles in Dogs

  Cuterebra is the scientific name of the North American rabbit or rodent botfly. Dogs are accidental hosts of Cuterebra larvae (also called warbles). Botfly larvae encyst (burrow in) the skin. A small “breathing hole” is often visible in the skin over the warble, and this hole can become infected when the larvae matures and leaves. Signs and treatment are discussed.

• Cytauxzoonosis in Cats

  Cytauxzoonosis is an often-fatal disease caused by a tick-borne protozoan parasite, typically found in bobcats. It is more commonly seen in the southern United States but is spreading with tick migration. It can cause anorexia, lethargy, respiratory difficulty, anemia, and jaundice. Diagnostic testing, treatment options, and preventives are described in this handout. This disease is not transmissible to dogs or humans.

• Demodicosis (Demodectic Mange) in Dogs

  Demodectic mange is a parasitic skin disease caused by microscopic mites (Demodex canis or Demodex injal) that live in the hair follicles of dogs. These mites occur normally in dogs, and cause no harm if the body's immune system is functioning properly. Topical and oral medications are available to treat demodectic mange.

• Dermatitis alérgica por pulgas en gatos

  Contenido en español actualizado.
  Translated from the original English article Flea Allergy Dermatitis in Cats