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  • Rabbit Haemorrhagic Disease (RHD)

    RHD is also known as VHD, RVHD or ‘Rabbit Viral Haemorrhagic Disease’. RHD is caused by a virus, it causes severe symptoms and often death.

  • Permethrin toxicity in cats

    Permethrin is a chemical used to treat fleas. It’s safe to use on dogs but is extremely poisonous for cats. Common symptoms of permethrin poisoning include drooling, acting strangely, twitching and fitting.

  • Heatstroke in dogs

    Heatstroke is sadly a common problem in dogs during the summer – even in the UK! Heatstroke can cause organ failure and death if it isn’t treated in time.

  • Blindness in dogs

    Depending on the cause, blindness can develop very suddenly, or very gradually. Most dogs are very good at adapting to gradual blindness and it can be surprisingly difficult to notice. Sudden blindness is much more obvious.

  • Skin allergies in dogs | PDSA

    Atopic dermatitis (atopy) is an allergy to something in the environment (such as pollen, moulds, grass or dust mites).

  • 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.

  • Mouth pain in cats

    Mouth pain in cats Overview Cats are very good at hiding pain. This was an important skills for their wild ancestors but it makes it difficult to spot signs of a problem in our pet cats. One of the first signs of a painful mouth tends to be a change in their eating habits. You may even notice your cat hissing or appearing scared of their food. Make an appointment to see your vet if your cat is…

  • Mitral valve disease (MVD) in dogs | PDSA

    Mitral valve disease (MVD) is a heart problem caused by a faulty heart valve. It’s the most common type of heart disease in dogs and is especially prevalent in small breeds such as the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

  • Ear mites in cats and kittens

    Ear mites are tiny parasites that can affect ears. They are common in kittens but can also affect adult cats.

  • Conjunctivitis in cats

    Conjunctivitis happens when the conjunctiva becomes inflamed and cases red, itchy, painful and weepy eyes.