Conditions
Conditions are named patterns. Each entry explains what the pattern can reflect, how it is typically investigated, and what approaches exist — without ranking them for you.
Cognitive & Behavioural Health
Acral Lick Dermatitis
Acral lick dermatitis, also known as lick granuloma, develops when dogs persistently lick a specific area—usually on a lower leg—creating a thickened, often ulcerated lesion, with the behaviour typically reflecting an interplay of physical discomfort, psychological factors, and self-perpetuating habit.
Anxiety Disorders in Cats
Canine Cognitive Dysfunction
An age-related condition affecting brain function in older dogs, leading to changes in memory, awareness, and learned behaviours.
Compulsive Behaviour in Dogs
A behavioural condition involving repetitive actions performed out of context that may reflect underlying stress, frustration, or neurological factors.
Epilepsy in Cats
Epilepsy in Dogs
A neurological condition characterised by recurrent seizures, where diagnosis and management depend on tracking patterns over time.
Feline Cognitive Dysfunction
An age-related decline in brain function in older cats, affecting spatial awareness, social behaviour, and established routines.
Noise Phobia in Dogs
A behavioural condition involving intense fear responses to sounds such as thunder, fireworks, or other loud noises.
Noise Phobias
Noise phobias involve intense fear responses to sounds such as fireworks, thunder, or household noises, often causing significant distress and behavioural changes in affected dogs.
Pseudopregnancy (False Pregnancy)
Pseudopregnancy, or false pregnancy, occurs when hormonal changes in unspayed female dogs trigger physical and behavioural signs mimicking pregnancy and nursing, despite no mating having occurred.
Separation Anxiety in Dogs
A behavioural condition where dogs experience distress when separated from their owners, expressed through vocalisation, destruction, or elimination.
Vestibular Disease
Immune & Inflammatory Health
Acute Moist Dermatitis (Hot Spots)
Alabama Rot (CRGV)
Cutaneous and renal glomerular vasculopathy (CRGV), commonly known as Alabama rot, is a rare but serious condition causing skin lesions and kidney damage, with cases primarily reported in the UK during wet winter months.
Atopic Dermatitis in Dogs
A chronic inflammatory skin condition driven by immune hypersensitivity to environmental allergens, causing recurring itch and discomfort.
Canine Parvovirus
Chronic Bronchitis in Dogs
Chronic Upper Respiratory Disease in Cats
Demodectic Mange
Dermatophytosis (Ringworm)
Ear Mites
Feline Asthma
A chronic inflammatory condition of the airways in cats that causes breathing difficulty, wheezing, and coughing episodes.
Feline Calicivirus
Feline calicivirus is a common cause of respiratory infection and oral ulceration in cats, with strains varying in severity from mild disease to rare but serious systemic illness.
Feline Herpesvirus (FHV-1)
Feline herpesvirus type 1 is one of the primary causes of upper respiratory infection in cats, characterised by sneezing, nasal discharge, and eye problems, with most infected cats becoming lifelong carriers.
Feline Idiopathic Cystitis
A stress-related inflammatory condition of the bladder in cats that causes urinary discomfort without an identifiable infectious cause.
Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)
Feline Leukaemia Virus (FeLV)
Feline Stomatitis
Flea Allergy Dermatitis
Food Allergy in Dogs
Heartworm Disease in Dogs
Immune-Mediated Polyarthritis
Infectious Tracheobronchitis (Kennel Cough)
Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Cats
A chronic condition involving inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract that affects digestion, appetite, and nutrient absorption in cats.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Dogs
A chronic gastrointestinal condition involving persistent inflammation of the digestive tract that affects nutrient absorption and comfort.
Kennel Cough in Dogs
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)
Leptospirosis
Lymphoma in Cats
Lymphoma in Dogs
A cancer of the lymphatic system that can present in multiple forms and locations, affecting organ function and wellbeing.
Malassezia Dermatitis
Otitis Externa in Cats
Otitis Externa in Dogs
Inflammation of the external ear canal, often involving bacterial or yeast overgrowth, that causes discomfort, discharge, and changes in ear-related behaviour.
Pemphigus
Pemphigus encompasses a group of autoimmune skin diseases where the immune system attacks the connections between skin cells, causing blistering, crusting, and erosions, with pemphigus foliaceus being the most common form in dogs and cats.
Pneumonia
Pneumonia involves inflammation and infection of the lungs, arising from bacterial, viral, or aspirated material, and presenting with respiratory distress and general illness.
Pneumonia
Pyoderma
Pyoderma in Dogs
Pyometra
Sarcoptic Mange
Sebaceous Adenitis
Steroid-Responsive Meningitis-Arteritis (SRMA)
Stomatitis in Cats
Triaditis in Cats
Urinary Tract Infection in Dogs
Uveitis
Metabolic Health
Addisons Disease in Dogs
A hormonal condition where the adrenal glands produce insufficient cortisol and aldosterone, causing episodic weakness and metabolic disruption.
Chronic Kidney Disease in Cats
A progressive condition where kidney function declines over time, affecting fluid balance, waste filtration, and overall health.
Chronic Kidney Disease in Dogs
A progressive decline in kidney function that affects waste filtration, hydration, and metabolic balance over months to years.
Colitis
Constipation and Megacolon
Cushings Disease in Dogs
A hormonal condition where the body produces excess cortisol, affecting skin, appetite, thirst, body shape, and energy regulation.
Diabetes Mellitus in Cats
A metabolic condition involving impaired blood sugar regulation that may be influenced by weight, diet, and other health factors.
Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs
A metabolic condition where the body cannot regulate blood sugar levels effectively, affecting energy, weight, and hydration.
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI)
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency occurs when the pancreas fails to produce adequate digestive enzymes, resulting in malabsorption and characteristic signs of weight loss despite a voracious appetite.
Gallbladder Mucocele
Gastroenteritis in Cats
Giardiasis
Hepatic Lipidosis
Hepatic Lipidosis in Cats
Hyperthyroidism in Cats
A condition where the thyroid gland produces excess hormone, increasing metabolic rate and affecting weight, appetite, and organ function.
Hypothyroidism in Dogs
A condition where the thyroid gland produces insufficient hormone, affecting metabolism, energy levels, weight, and coat quality.
Liver Disease in Dogs
Megaoesophagus
Megaoesophagus involves dilation and loss of normal muscular function of the oesophagus, causing food to accumulate rather than passing normally to the stomach, with regurgitation as the hallmark sign.
Obesity in Cats
A condition of excess body fat in cats that affects mobility, metabolic health, grooming ability, and disease susceptibility.
Obesity in Dogs
A condition of excess body fat that increases mechanical stress on joints and alters metabolic, cardiovascular, and respiratory function.
Pancreatitis in Cats
An inflammatory condition of the pancreas in cats that often presents subtly and may occur alongside other organ conditions.
Pancreatitis in Dogs
An inflammatory condition of the pancreas that causes abdominal pain, digestive disruption, and can range from mild to severe.
Portosystemic Shunt
Urinary Stones (Urolithiasis)
Diagnostics & Monitoring
Anal Gland Disease
Anal Gland Disease in Dogs
Angiostrongylus (Lungworm)
Aortic Stenosis
Conjunctivitis
Constipation and Megacolon in Cats
Dystocia
Dystocia refers to difficult or obstructed labour, occurring when the birthing process stalls or complications prevent normal delivery of offspring, representing a time-sensitive situation requiring assessment.
Foreign Body Ingestion
Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV) in Dogs
Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV/Bloat)
Gastroenteritis in Dogs
Intestinal Parasites
Megaesophagus in Dogs
Nasopharyngeal Polyps
Pericardial Effusion
Pericardial effusion involves accumulation of fluid within the sac surrounding the heart, which can compress the heart and impair its function, presenting with signs of cardiovascular compromise.
Systemic Hypertension in Cats
Urethral Obstruction
Urinary Incontinence
Pain & Mobility
Arthritis in Cats
A degenerative joint condition that is common in older cats but often goes unrecognised due to subtle behavioural changes.
Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) in Dogs
Cherry Eye
Corneal Ulcers
Corneal Ulcers
Cruciate Ligament Disease in Dogs
A condition involving damage to the cranial cruciate ligament in the knee, causing instability, pain, and altered movement.
Degenerative Myelopathy
Degenerative myelopathy is a progressive spinal cord disease affecting the white matter, causing gradual hindlimb weakness and loss of coordination, most commonly in older large-breed dogs.
Degenerative Myelopathy in Dogs
A progressive neurological condition affecting the spinal cord, leading to gradual loss of coordination and strength in the hind legs.
Dental Disease in Cats
A progressive condition affecting teeth and oral tissues in cats that often develops silently and alters eating behaviour.
Dental Disease in Dogs
A progressive condition affecting the teeth and gums that influences eating comfort, systemic health, and overall quality of life.
Entropion
Glaucoma
Glaucoma in Dogs
Hip Dysplasia in Dogs
A developmental condition where the hip joint forms abnormally, leading to instability, cartilage wear, and progressive mobility changes.
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)
Intervertebral Disc Disease in Dogs
A spinal condition where disc material compresses the spinal cord or nerves, causing pain, weakness, or loss of coordination.
Laryngeal Paralysis
Laryngeal Paralysis in Dogs
A condition where the larynx does not open properly during breathing, causing airway restriction, voice changes, and exercise difficulty.
Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease
Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease is a condition affecting small breed dogs where the blood supply to the femoral head (the ball of the hip joint) is disrupted, causing bone death and subsequent collapse, leading to pain, lameness, and hip dysfunction.
Luxating Patella in Dogs
Osteoarthritis in Dogs
A progressive joint condition involving cartilage breakdown, inflammation, and pain that affects mobility and comfort over time.
Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD)
Osteochondritis dissecans is a developmental condition affecting joint cartilage in growing dogs, where abnormal cartilage formation can lead to loose fragments within joints, causing pain and lameness, most commonly affecting the shoulder, elbow, stifle, or hock.
Patellar Luxation
Spondylosis in Dogs
A condition involving bony growths along the spine that may or may not cause stiffness and reduced flexibility.
Syringomyelia
Syringomyelia (CM/SM)
Tooth Resorption
Tooth resorption involves progressive destruction of tooth structure, commonly affecting cats over five years of age and often causing significant oral discomfort.
Tooth Resorption
Tracheal Collapse
Unassigned
Longevity & Healthspan
Congestive Heart Failure in Dogs
Cryptorchidism
Dilated Cardiomyopathy in Dogs
A condition where the heart muscle weakens and chambers enlarge, reducing the heart's ability to pump blood effectively.
Hemangiosarcoma
Histiocytoma
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy in Cats
A condition where the heart muscle thickens abnormally, impairing blood flow and potentially causing sudden circulatory complications.
Lipomas
Mammary Tumours in Dogs
Mast Cell Tumours
Mast Cell Tumours in Dogs
Mitral Valve Disease in Dogs
Nuclear Sclerosis
Osteosarcoma
Osteosarcoma represents an aggressive bone cancer most commonly affecting the limbs of large and giant breed dogs, often presenting with progressive lameness.
Osteosarcoma
Osteosarcoma in Dogs
Periodontal Disease
Prostate Disease
Sebaceous Cysts
Soft Tissue Sarcomas
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Squamous cell carcinoma in cats commonly affects sun-exposed areas like the ears and nose, particularly in white-coated individuals, developing from precancerous changes to invasive cancer.
Transitional Cell Carcinoma
Transitional cell carcinoma is the most common bladder cancer in dogs, arising from the cells lining the urinary tract, typically occurring in older dogs and causing urinary signs that can initially resemble infection or other bladder conditions.