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Infectious Hepatitis (Adenovirus) in dogs
Infectious hepatitis is a serious disease also known as ‘canine adenovirus’ or ‘Rubarth’s Disease’. It affects the liver and other major organs causing a range of symptoms. Your dog can catch infectious hepatitis from contact with an infected dog, or somewhere an infected dog has been.
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Antibiotics for pets
Antibiotics treat infections caused by bacteria. They don’t help with infections caused by other bugs such as viruses.
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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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Hot spots (acute moist dermatitis) in dogs
Hot spots can appear anywhere on the body and usually look red, angry and wet.
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Is my cat drinking and weeing too much?
Is your cat drinking or weeing more than usual? You may hear your vet use the words polyuria and polydipsia (PUPD for short). Polyuria is weeing too much, Polydipsia is drinking too much.
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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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Feline eosinophillic dermatitis
Feline eosinophilic dermatitis is a skin problem in cats. There are three main types, which all affect different parts of the body.
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Anorexia in cats
Have you suddenly noticed your cat’s not eating? We know how worrying that can be and it's usually a sign something is wrong.
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Fleas on dogs
Fleas are tiny insects that live on dogs, cats and in your home. They are much more common in the summer months (April - September).
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Bottom problems in dogs
There are a few different conditions that can affect a dog's bottom. Most aren't urgent but some are an emergency. Read our advice on bottom problems in dogs
