Diseases & conditions
The Bow Wow team has compiled a library of useful articles about the various diseases and conditions that commonly affect dogs and cats in Australia.
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February 18, 2021
Cataracts in dogs and cats
A cataract is an opacity of the lens that prevents light from reaching the retina. They can develop in one or both eyes, leading to vision impairment and/or blindness.
February 12, 2021
Feline Asthma or Feline Allergic Airway Disease (FAAD)
Feline asthma or FAAD is similar to asthma in humans. Affected cats become allergic to allergens in the environment, commonly causing coughing.
September 17, 2020
Ringworm in dogs and cats
Ringworm is a highly contagious infection that causes itchy and irritated skin indogs and cats. Find info on causes, symptoms, treatment & prevention.
September 16, 2020
Allergies in cats – What you need to know
Learn more about allergies in cats, symptoms, causes and treatment options.
April 21, 2020
Understanding your dog’s hip surgery
Find out more about treatment options for Hip Dysplasia in Dogs & similar conditions, including total hip replacement surgery. Learn about costs & recovery.
July 23, 2019
Uveitis in dogs and cats
Uveitis refers to inflammation of a structure inside the eye called the uveal tract. The uveal tract lines the inside of the eye.
July 23, 2019
Skeletal abnormality in dogs and cats
Skeletal abnormalities are described as any deformity of the animal's skeleton. They may be caused by a wide range of causes.
July 23, 2019
Pruritus in dogs and cats
This is the medical term used to define an animal's desire to itch, or the sensation that provokes its desire to scratch, rub, chew, or lick its hair and skin.
July 23, 2019
Polyuria and Polydipsia in dogs and cats
Polydipsia refers to an increased level of thirst in dogs, while polyuria refers to an abnormally high urine production.
July 18, 2019
Intoxication (poisoning) in dogs and cats
Intoxication refers to some kind of poisoning. This could come from medication, toxins, plants or foods.
July 18, 2019
Fracture of thoracic limb in dogs and cats
Fractures of the thoracic limb include fractures of the scapula, humerus, radius and ulna as well as manus. They cause acute, non-weight bearing lameness of the front legs.
July 18, 2019
Fracture of the skull in dogs and cats
Fractures of an animal's skull often result from traumatic injuries such as car accidents, bites, or falls.