Diseases

DISEASE QUSETIONS
What is cause of Rickets?
• Insufficient phosphorus in the diet - phosphorus is an important mineral which is a major component of bone along with calcium
• Insufficient vitamin D in the diet - vitamin D is needed for normal absorption of minerals from the intestine, and for the release of minerals from bone.
• Insufficient sunlight - many animals can make their own vitamin D if they are exposed to natural sunlight

How can Rickets be prevented?
• If pets fed on a complete, balanced ration get adequate amounts of minerals and vitamin D in their food and so they do not develop rickets, and TRUE rickets is actually very rare in clinical practice.
What is the Cause of Beriberi?
• Beriberi is a disease caused by a deficiency of thiamine (vitamin B1) that affects many systems of the body including the muscles, heart, nerves and di...