Sims 4 Vet Career Diagnosis: A Comprehensive Guide to Pet Illnesses

The Sims 4 Cats & Dogs Expansion Pack brings a delightful dimension to gameplay, allowing Simmers to open and run their very own Vet Clinic. Beyond the joys of managing staff and crafting the perfect clinic aesthetic, a core gameplay element is diagnosing and treating the various ailments that plague our furry patients. Becoming a successful veterinarian in The Sims 4 requires a keen eye for symptoms, a quick diagnostic mind, and a solid understanding of pet illnesses. This guide will equip you with the knowledge you need to excel in your Sims 4 vet career, providing a detailed breakdown of pet sicknesses, their symptoms, and the correct treatments.

Understanding pet sicknesses in The Sims 4 is crucial for efficient clinic management and ensuring pet well-being. Each illness in the game presents with a unique combination of symptoms, and accurate diagnosis is the first step towards effective treatment. This guide serves as your go-to resource, offering a comprehensive list of all possible pet illnesses, categorized symptoms, and recommended cures. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting your vet career, this information will help you streamline your diagnostic process and provide the best possible care for your Sim’s animal patients.

To make your diagnostic journey smoother, we’ve designed this guide for quick reference. If you’ve already identified one or more symptoms in a pet, use the “Control+F” function (or “Command+F” on Mac) to search for those symptoms within this article. Your browser will highlight the illnesses associated with those symptoms, narrowing down the possibilities and potentially saving you valuable time and Simoleons on unnecessary tests. Sometimes, astute observation of a pet’s overall appearance and behavior can provide major clues, allowing you to rule out certain diseases even before conducting thorough examinations. Early diagnosis means faster treatment, happier clients, and a more efficient vet clinic.

Once you have a potential diagnosis, knowing the correct treatment is paramount. Remember that your Sim’s Veterinarian Skill level plays a significant role in treatment options. At lower skill levels, some illnesses may require the Surgery Station for a cure, while higher skill levels unlock shots and treatments available at the Exam Table. Attempting incorrect treatments will be indicated with a thumbs-down icon, signaling ineffectiveness. In situations where you lack the necessary skill or treatment for a particular illness, applying the Cone of Shame is a last resort. While it technically “cures” the pet and allows you to proceed, be aware that dissatisfied pet owners will likely impact your clinic’s star rating. Prioritizing accurate diagnosis and effective treatment is key to building a reputable and successful vet clinic.

Observing the pet’s visual appearance and behavior is your first line of defense in efficient diagnosis. Look closely at the animal’s fur, eyes, nose, and overall demeanor. These visual cues often represent “major symptoms” and can quickly narrow down the list of potential illnesses. For example, if a pet exhibits the “Icy Fur” symptom, combined with a limited number of total symptoms, the possibilities are immediately reduced to Ice Fur, Frost Fur Flu, Winterfest Fever, or Frozen Mange. Further observation of “minor symptoms” refines the diagnosis. A glowing nose alongside icy fur points to Winterfest Fever. Watery eyes combined with icy fur suggest Frosty Fur Flu. This symptom-based approach is far more efficient than running every available test, saving time, reducing pet stress, and allowing you to serve more clients. While comprehensive testing will eventually lead to a diagnosis, mastering symptom recognition is a crucial skill for a high-volume, successful vet clinic.

Sims 4 Pet Sicknesses, Symptoms, and Cures List

This comprehensive table lists all known pet sicknesses in The Sims 4 Cats & Dogs expansion, categorized by difficulty, major symptoms, minor symptoms, and effective cures. Remember that “Preventative Shot” is the cure for a healthy pet during a checkup, and “Fixitol Treat” addresses the “Faking Healthy” scenario.

Sickness Difficulty Major Symptom Minor Symptoms Cure It With
Faking Healthy Easy None High Temperature, Excessive Earwax Fixitol Treat at Exam Table, Extract Cuteness Surgery
Healthy Easy None None Preventative Shot
Blazing Tootsies Easy Hot Feet Dry Eyes, High Temperature Parasite Killer Spray from Exam Table, Tum Tum Readjustment Surgery
Derpy Doggy Easy Extreme Lethargy Sluggish Heartbeat, Inflamed Cuteness Antifungal Spray at Exam Table, Refill Nose Surgery
Fleas Easy Fleas! None Parasite Killer Spray at Exam Table, Unblock Chute Surgery
Ice Fur Easy Icy Fur Low Temperature, Overly Moist Skin Antiviral Payload Shot at Exam Table, Extract Excess Cuteness Surgery
Lava Nose Easy Glowing Nose Raspy Breathing, Sweet Breath Organic Disinfectant Spray at Exam Table, Refill Nose Surgery
Mild Repugnitis Easy Mouth Moths, Uncontrollable Drooling, Stinky Fur None Parasite Killer Spray at Exam Table, Unblock Chute Surgery
Pristmatic Poop Plague Easy Rainbow Poop Rapid Heartbeat, Sweet Breath MedicineX Pill at Exam Table, Unblock Chute Surgery
Swamp Mouth Easy Barfing High Temperature, Uncontrollable Drooling Essence of Placebo at Treatment Table, Tum Tum Readjustment Surgery
Winterfest Fever Easy Glowing Nose, Icy Fur Low Temperature Fixitol Treat at Exam Table, Unblock Chute Surgery
Woozy Kittyitis Easy Extreme Lethargy Sluggish Heartbeat, Inflamed Cuteness Eudemonia Concentrate at Exam Table, Extract Cuteness Surgery
Advanced Lavanose Medium Glowing Nose, Rainbow Poop Raspy Breathing, Sweet Breath Fixitol Treat at Exam Table, Refill Nose Surgery
Advanced Swampmouth Medium Barfing, Uncontrollable Drooling Low Temperature, Excessively Wet Nose MedicineX at Exam Table
Frosty Fur Flu Medium Icy Fur Low Temperature, Overly Moist Skin, Watery Eyes Essence of Placebo from Exam Table, Unblock Kibble Chute Blockage Surgery
Frozen Mange Medium Icy Fur Low Temperature, Excessively Wet Nose, Stinky Fur Organic Disinfectant Spray from Exam Table, Refill Nose Surgery
Gilded Guts Disorder Medium Golden Poop Watery Eyes, Overly Moist Skin, Rapid Heartbeat Essence of Placebo at Exam Table, Tum Tum Readjustment Surgery
Magmafied Organs Medium Glowing Nose, Hot Feet High Temperature, Rapid Heartbeat Antiviral Payload Shot at Exam Table, Refill Nose Surgery
Overheated Sniffer Medium Glowing Nose, Rainbow Poop Dry Nose, High Temperature Antifungal Treatment Spray at Exam Table, Lubricate Joints Surgery
Pyrotoes Medium Hot Feet Dry Nose, High Temperature, Inflamed Cuteness Antifungal Treatment Spray at Exam Table, Extract Cutness Surgery
Repugnitis Medium Stinky Fur, Fleas, Mouth Moths, Uncontrollable Drooling None Organic Disinfectant Spray at Treatment Table, Tum Tum Readjustment Surgery
Sizzlepaw Medium Hot Feet Dry Eyes, High Temperature, Raspy Breathing Fixitol Treat at Exam Table, Unblock Chute Surgery
Squirrel Fever Medium Uncontrollable Drooling, Extreme Lethargy Sluggish Heartbeat, Ear Infection Feelgood Serum at Exam Table, Extract Cuteness Surgery
Critical Hotfoot Hard Hot Feet Dry Eyes, High Temperature, Raspy Breathing, Dry Skin Antiviral Payload at Exam Table, Lubricate Joint Surgery
Critical Lavanose Hard Glowing Nose, Rainbow Poop Raspy Breathing, Sweet Breath, Ear Infection Eudemonia Concentrate at Exam Table, Refill Nose Surgery
Tundra Hide Hard Icy Fur Watery Eyes, Excessively Wet Nose, Overly Moist Skin, Low Temperature MedicineX Treatment at Exam Table, Lubricate Joint Surgery
Slurry Fur Hard Icy Fur Low Temperature, Sweet Breath, Overly Moist Skin, Dry Eyes Tum Tum Readjustment Surgery
Shortnose Fever Hard Glowing Nose, Rainbow Poop Raspy Breathing, Sour Breath, Dry Eyes Unblock Chute Surgery
Super Repugnitis Hard Barfing, Fleas, Mouth Moths, Stinky Fur, Uncontrollable Drooling (yikes!) None Tum Tum Readjustment Surgery
Super Swamp Mouth Hard Barfing, Uncontrollable Drooling, Extreme Lethargy Overly Moist Skin, Unstable Temperature Tum Tum Readjustment Surgery
Throbpaw Disease Hard Hot Feet Dry Eyes, High Temperature, Sour Breath, Ear Infection Feelgood Serum at Exam Table, Refill Nose Surgery

By utilizing this guide and honing your observational skills, you’ll be well-equipped to run a thriving and efficient Vet Clinic in The Sims 4. Happy diagnosing and treating!

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