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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.
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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.
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Cryptosporidiosis is a gastrointestinal infection in humans and animals caused by a microscopic, one-celled parasitic organism called Cryptosporidium. It can contaminate food, soil, or any other surface. Signs such as diarrhea and weight loss may only be seen in immunosuppressed patients, including puppies.
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Cuterebra is the scientific name of the North American rabbit or rodent botfly. Cuterebra larvae burrow into the skin of certain animal hosts, leaving a small hole in the skin that can become infected. Signs and treatment are discussed.
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Cuterebra is the scientific name of the North American rabbit or rodent botfly. Cuterebra larvae burrow into the skin of certain animal hosts, leaving a small hole in the skin that can become infected. Signs and treatment are discussed.
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Cytauxzoonosis is an often-fatal disease caused by a tick-borne protozoan parasite, typically found in bobcats. The infection is spread to other cats through a tick bite, but the only species shown to transmit the infection are the Lone Star tick and the American dog tick.This disease is not transmissible to dogs or humans.
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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.
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Parasitic worms live in the intestines of horses and ponies. Small numbers of worms can be tolerated, causing no effect on well-being.
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Common conditions of pet ferrets include diarrhea, intestinal foreign bodies, parasites, heart disease, and various tumors. This handout outlines the causes, clinical signs, and treatment options for each of these conditions. Any variation from normal should be a cause for concern and should be immediately evaluated by your veterinarian.
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Common conditions of pet rabbits include upper respiratory tract infections, internal and external parasites, dental disease, E. cuniculi infection, gastrointestinal stasis, uterine problems, and pododermatitis (sore hocks). This article discusses causes, signs, and treatments for these conditions. Regular yearly check-ups enable an early diagnosis and treatment of some rabbit diseases. Whenever a rabbit stops eating, for whatever reason, it is important to take them to see your veterinarian immediately for an evaluation.