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Skin lumps in cats
It’s sensible to regularly check your cat for lumps and book an appointment with your vet if you find one, even if it looks harmless.
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Obesity in dogs
Vets estimate that nearly half of dogs in the UK are overweight! Being obese puts your dog at risk of health problems, and is likely to reduce how long they live.
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How to conduct a food trial: Dog
If your dog has a skin allergy, diarrhoea or symptoms of IBD your vet might ask you to carry out a food trial at home in case their symptoms are triggered by something in their food.
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Hair loss (alopecia) in cats
Alopecia develops in one of two ways, your cat pulls their own hair out or the hair drops out. Common causes of hair loss in cats include fleas, stress and allergies.
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Immune mediated haemolytic anaemia (IMHA) in dogs
IMHA is a condition of the blood that causes severe anaemia. IMHA causes the body (more specifically the immune system) to attack and destroy its own red blood cells.
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Gut blockage (foreign body) in dogs
Dogs are very curious and eat some extremely strange things. Unfortunately, some of these items get lodged in their guts and cause a blockage.
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Anal gland abscesses in dogs
Anal gland infections/abscesses are extremely painful and can burst through the skin if they aren’t treated quickly. Contact your vet ASAP if you think your dog has an anal gland abscess.
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Probiotics for dogs and cats
Probiotics are friendly bacteria which can be used to ‘top up’ the natural bacteria in your dog’s gut. They can help your dog recover from stomach upsets or longer-term conditions like Colitis.
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Chronic kidney disease (CKD) in cats
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a common problem in cats, especially as they get older. Symptoms can include increased thirst, peeing more, decreased appetite, weight loss, vomiting, and poor coat condition.
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How to: collect a poo sample from your dog
A poo sample may provide your vet with the information they need to diagnose and treat your dog. For guidance on how to collect a stool sample from your dog, read our step-by-step guide or watch our video.