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Myxomatosis in rabbits
Myxomatosis is a virus that causes severe disease and is usually fatal. It’s common in wild rabbits and spreads easily to pet rabbits.
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Painful mouth in a dog
Dogs with sore mouths often eat on one side of their face, eat less or, if the pain is severe, they may stop eating completely.
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Brucellosis in Dogs
Find out more about Brucella canis in dogs including symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and the risk of spread to humans. A comprehensive guide from PDSA vets.
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Severe allergic reactions in cats
Cats can have allergic reactions just like people. Common triggers include insect stings, plants and medications (including vaccinations).
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Conjunctivitis in cats
Conjunctivitis happens when the conjunctiva becomes inflamed and cases red, itchy, painful and weepy eyes.
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Scooting in dogs
Scooting is the word we use to describe a dog sitting down and dragging their bottom along the ground. There are a number of things that could cause scooting.
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Arthritis in cats
Arthritis (osteoarthritis) is a very common condition that causes painful, swollen joints and makes moving around uncomfortable.
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HCM (Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy) in Cats
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) is the most common type of heart disease found in cats. HCM causes the heart muscle to become abnormally thick, which can stop it working properly and lead to heart failure.
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Dog constipation
Always contact your vet if your dog is struggling to poo, as the cause may need to be investigated and treated.
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Eye ulcers (corneal ulcers) in cats
A corneal ulcer develops when something damages the surface of your cat's eye. Read our vet's advice on treatment and symptoms of eye ulcers in cats.
