Diseases & conditions

The alimentary canal, also known as the digestive or gastrointestinal tract, is the long tube of the digestive system that extends from the mouth to the anus, through which food passes, digestion takes place and wastes are eliminated.

Fractures of the pelvic limb include fractures of the scapula, humerus, radius and ulna as well as manus. They cause acute, non-weight bearing lameness of the hind legs.

A mass lesion is a tumor (tumour) or an abscess that takes space up in an animal’s body. It can be benign or malignant.

Diabetes in dogs is caused by the inability to properly regulate blood sugar. Read about the causes, symptoms, treatment and suitable diets for diabetic dogs.

Anal sac disorder is very common in animals. It starts off with an impaction of the sacs and can progress to an infection or abscess.

The Paralysis Tick or Ixodes Holocyclusis is the only tick species in Australia that poses a real threat to pets.

Ear mites are relatively common in dogs. They feed on the skin and wax inside the dog’s ears causing inflammation, irritation and discomfort. They can lead to secondary infections if left untreated, so it’s important to take prompt action if you suspect that your dog has ear mites.

Injuries from animal bites can range from bruises and small scratches to life threatening wounds requiring intensive medical care.

Hypothyroidism or underactive thyroid is the most common hormone imbalance in dogs but is rare in cats. It occurs mostly in middle aged and older dogs of mid to large size breeds.

Canine distemper is a highly contagious and often fatal disease that can affect dogs. It is an airborne virus that is also spread through contact with items like clothing, dog brushes, shared food, shared water bowls or other utensils. It can also be passed on via fresh urine or blood.

This describes the common but undesirable feline behaviour of urinating outside of the litter tray. Cats urinate for two distinct purposes: to empty their bladder when it is full, and to “mark“ or define their territory, also known as spraying.

Inappropriate urination is the common but undesirable feline behaviour of urinating outside of the litter tray. One of the most common complaints by cat owners, there may be a physical or behavioural cause for this behaviour., which can include stress.