Pet Infection Treatment from Our Vet Near You in Glastonbury CT

Whether you need a vet near you in Glastonbury or Marlborough, CT, Glastonbury Animal Hospital has two convenient locations to serve our pet community. Our professional staff and experienced veterinarian provide in-depth care and treatment as well as numerous services to address medical issues and conditions that affect your pet's health. One common issue many pets have are infections.

About Pet Infections

The types of infections affecting pets include bacterial, fungal, parasitic, and viral.

Bacterial Infections

Examples of bacterial infections in dogs and cats include urinary tract infections, Lyme disease, salmonella, ear infections, and staph infections.

Fungal Infections

Fungal infections can be caused by fungi entering a cut, wound, or contact with an infected animal.

Parasitic Infections

A parasitic infection can be caused by tapeworms, heartworms, hookworms, flukes, intestinal parasites, such as coccidia and giardia, and ear mites.

Viral Infections

Viral infections in dogs include canine distemper virus, canine parvovirus, and cane influenza virus. Cat infections include feline calicivirus, feline herpesvirus, feline panleukopenia, feline immunodeficiency virus, and rabies virus infection.

Signs and Symptoms of Pet Infections

Infections have many symptoms that will alert pet parents that their pet is ill. Some of the symptoms to be aware of include:

•           Excessive itching

•           Flaky or moist skin

•           Redness of the skin

•           Fever

•           Loss of appetite

•           Hair loss

•           Limping

•           Coughing and sneezing

•           Difficulty breathing

•           Lethargy

•           Changes in behavior

•           Pustules

•           Vomiting

•           Rashes

•           Odor emanating from the pet's skin

These are examples of the type of symptoms your pet may exhibit. Pain and discomfort accompany many of these symptoms. Even if you feel the symptoms may not be serious, it is recommended that you contact us and let us know what you have observed, so we can advise you on what to do.

Contact Our Vet Near You in CT

At our Glastonbury or Marlborough locations, our veterinarian and staff want the best care for your pet. Our pet clinics are dedicated to providing the type of care to support and enhance your pet's health. Contact our staff at Glastonbury Animal Hospital in Greenwich or Marlborough, CT, so we can schedule an appointment with our vet for a consultation.