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• Bowel Obstruction/Intestinal Blockage in cats

  Cats don’t often eat things they shouldn’t, but occasionally curiosity gets the better of them and can lead to a blockage. String, thread, hair bands, rubber bands and tinsel are the most common items to cause a gut blockage in cats.

• Sunburn in pets

  Pets can get sunburnt just like people, especially if they are light coloured or have a thin/patchy coat. Sunburn is painful, causes skin damage, and can lead to certain types of skin cancer.

• Mouth pain in rabbits

  Do you think you rabbit might have a painful mouth? Have they been grinding their teeth, rubbing their face, eating less than usual? The most common cause of a painful mouth is dental disease; but there are many other possible causes.

• How to collect a urine sample from your cat

  Collecting a urine sample from a cat isn’t as tricky as it sounds – with the right equipment and knowledge it’s usually quite a simple process.

• How to safely move an injured pet

  Moving an injured pet needs to be done carefully to avoid making any injuries worse. Stay calm, reassure your pet, check their injuries and make sure you and they are safe before moving them.