Symptom Checker

The Symptom Checker from PetsVetCheck is an AI-powered online tool that helps pet owners systematically classify symptoms in their dog or cat. It shows possible causes, typical clinical pictures, and indicates warning signs, but does not replace a veterinary examination or diagnosisA diagnosis is the identification of a disease or condition by its symptoms and/or results from diagnostic tests. It is the first step in the management and treatment of patients..

The Symptom Checker is designed exclusively for dogs and cats. Other animal species are not considered because symptoms, disease courses, and risks are highly species-specific.

Users select observed symptoms. The AI compares these with veterinary medical data, typical symptom combinations, and known disease patterns. This results in possible causes, urgency assessments, and advice on further action.

No. The Symptom Checker does not provide a diagnosisA diagnosis is the identification of a disease or condition by its symptoms and/or results from diagnostic tests. It is the first step in the management and treatment of patients.. It serves as a guide and preparation for a consultation with a veterinarian. A diagnosisA diagnosis is the identification of a disease or condition by its symptoms and/or results from diagnostic tests. It is the first step in the management and treatment of patients. can only be made through a veterinary examination.

An immediate visit to the vet is necessary if there are:
• Shortness of breath
• Disturbances of consciousness
• Severe Pain
• PersistentPersistent means lasting or continuing for an extended period. In veterinary medicine, it can refer to chronic diseases or symptoms that do not subside. Vomiting or DiarrheaDiarrhea refers to the condition of frequent, watery bowel movements, which can be a sign of infections, digestive disorders, or other health problems.
• Seizures
• Suspected poisoning
• Sudden ParalysisParalysis is the complete loss of muscle activity in one or more areas of the body, which can lead to immobility and loss of sensation. Paralysis can be caused by injuries, illnesses, or disorders of the nervous system. or severe weakness

The Symptom Checker explicitly indicates an emergency in such constellations.

The results are based on veterinary medical expertise and typical disease patterns. They are intended as a guide. Individual factors such as age, pre-existing conditions, or breed can significantly influence the actual cause.

PetsVetCheck is specifically developed for veterinary medicine, not adapted from human medicine. Content is veterinary-checked, symptoms are assessed species-specifically, and emergency situations are clearly delineated.

Basic use of the Symptom Checker is free. Extended functions or professional additional offers may be subject to a fee, depending on the respective scope of services.

PetsVetCheck only processes the information necessary for use in accordance with data protectionProtection refers to safeguarding against diseases or harm. In veterinary medicine, this can include protecting animals through vaccinations, the use of parasite control products, or providing a safe environment. regulations. Personal data is not stored or passed on without consent.

The Symptom Checker from PetsVetCheck serves as an initialInitial means beginning or at the start. In medicine, it can refer to the first symptoms of a disease or the first phase of a treatment process. guide and decision support for diseases in dogs and cats. However, it does not replace a veterinary diagnosisA diagnosis is the identification of a disease or condition by its symptoms and/or results from diagnostic tests. It is the first step in the management and treatment of patients.. Use the results to observe symptoms more precisely, understand possible causes, and prepare specifically for the vet visit. The platform offers information on over 1100 diseases.