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Skin fold dermatitis in dogs
Pockets in between skin folds get very warm and moist. This makes a perfect environment for bacteria and yeast to grow and infections to develop.
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Children and dogs: How to keep them happy and safe
Our vets give their tips on how to safely introduce children and dogs and teach your children to understand your dog's body language.
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Dog farting and gas
Flatulence (farting) is when your dog passes gas out of their bottom. It happens when gas builds up in the intestines and is usually completely normal.
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CMA May Announcement – reactive statement
Steve Howard, PDSA Head of Clinical Services, said: “PDSA supports the CMA’s full market investigation into the supply of veterinary services for household pets."
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Kitten saved by PDSA after eating toxic pollen
Lucky Luna was saved by PDSA vets after ingesting lily pollen, which is highly toxic to cats.
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Aural haematoma (swollen ear flap) in a dog | PDSA
An aural haematoma is a blood blister that forms inside an earflap after a blood vessel bursts. They usually develop due to head shaking or ear scratching because of an ear infection or skin problem.
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How to tell if your dog is happy
Paying attention to your dog’s body language is a great way to understand how they’re feeling.
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red inflamed eyes in rabbits
There are many different conditions that cause red, inflamed, sore eyes in rabbits; some are easily treated (such as eye infections), but others are harder to cure (such as dental disease)
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Saddle thrombus (aortic thromboembolism) in cats
A saddle thrombus is a blood clot that blocks blood supply to the back legs. Symptoms appear suddenly and include severely painful, paralysed back legs. A saddle thrombus is an emergency.
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Entropion in dogs
Entropion is when an eyelid rolls in towards the eyeball, causing fur and eyelashes to rub the surface of the eye. It is very painful and often leads to problems such as conjunctivitis, infections and ulcers.
