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Kidney disease in pets
Kidneys are very busy organs and work really hard to keep our pets healthy by carrying out many important tasks...
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Fleas on cats
Fleas live on cats, dogs and in your home. They are much more common in the summer months (April - September).
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Degus as pets
Discover everything you need to know about caring for pet degus. Get expert advice from PDSA vets on habitat, diet, and health, and ensure your degus live long, happy lives.
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Passive smoking and pets
We all know that passive smoking can harm people – but did you know it can harm our pets, too? Our vets take a look at the risks to our furry friends.
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Dermatitis (red, inflamed, sore skin or a rash) in cats
Has your cat got red, inflamed or angry looking skin? Do they have a rash? We often call these symptoms ‘dermatitis’.
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Ear infections in dogs
Ear infections in dogs can be caused by bacteria or yeast (or both). There is usually an underlying cause for an ear infection, such as ear mites or a skin allergy.
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How to put sunscreen on your cat
You can protect your cat's light and white patches of skin with pet-safe sunscreen.
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How to litter train your cat
Cats are usually very clean animals, however if you have adopted a new cat or kitten you may find that they have trouble using the litter tray at first.
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How to stop my cat scratching
Many cat owners by now will probably recognise the sound of their cat happily dragging their claws down their furniture. The main issue can be knowing how to re-direct them from doing it.
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Ear problems in pets
Ear problems are quite common in pets but they can be painful so it's best to get them sorted with a trip to the vet.
