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• Lethargy (low energy) in dogs

  If your dog has less energy than normal, we call it lethargy. Lethargy with no obvious cause usually indicates a problem.

• Skin problems in dogs: an overview

  Skin is very important for protection and keeping the body warm. Skin problems can significantly affect a dog’s quality of life and make them feel miserable.

• Lungworm in dogs

  Lungworm infection is becoming much more common, and is now a risk to dogs across much of the UK. Your dog is at risk of catching lungworm if they eat slugs and snails (this often happens by accident while eating grass).

• 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.

• CPR for Dogs and Puppies

  This article tells you how to perform CPR on a dog, but we also recommend that all pet owners learn the technique at a veterinary first aid course.