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• Ringworm in cats

  Despite its name, ringworm is not a worm; it’s a fungal infection of the skin. It’s also known as ‘dermatophytosis’.

• Severe allergic reactions in cats

  Cats can have allergic reactions just like people. Common triggers include insect stings, plants and medications (including vaccinations).

• Dogs in heat/Dogs coming into season

  A heat (or season) is when a female dog is fertile and can become pregnant. During a heat, it’s likely that your dog will behave differently, bleed from her vulva, and become very interested in male dogs.

• Cats in heat/Cats coming into season

  A heat/season is the time of a cat’s cycle when they are fertile and can get pregnant.

• Dementia in Dogs: Cognitive Dysfunction

  Cognitive dysfunction (‘doggy dementia’) is a condition that can develop in some dogs as their brain ages. The cause isn’t fully understood, but it’s known to be made worse by changes such as a build-up of a harmful protein (beta amyloid), and poor blood flow.