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What to do if you find sick or injured wildlife
If you come across a sick or injured wild animal, it can be hard to know what to do. We've put together some advice on how to handle injured wildlife.
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Exercising your Cat
Natural play is great exercise for your cat and helps keep them happy and healthy. Find out what kind of cat toys and types of play our vets recommend.
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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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Fly strike in rabbits
Fly strike happens when a fly lays its eggs on a rabbit’s fur which hatch into maggots and burrow under the skin to feed on flesh.
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Eye ulcers (corneal ulcers) in dogs
Ulcers often appear suddenly and get rapidly worse. However, eyes heal quickly so with vet treatment an ulcer is likely to heal within a few days.
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Water safety
It's important to be careful around any body of water – the sea, lakes, rivers, reservoirs and swimming pools. Here are some handy tips that can help keep your dog safe:
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Dementia in Dogs: Cognitive Dysfunction
Cognitive dysfunction (‘doggy dementia’) is a condition that can develop in some dogs as their brain ages. The cause isn’t fully understood, but it’s known to be made worse by changes such as a build-up of a harmful protein (beta amyloid), and poor blood flow.
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Guinea pigs as pets
Considering a guinea pig as a pet? Learn about their lifespan, sleeping habits, ideal diet , how much space they need, how to handle them, and common health issues.
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The cost of owning a cat
It’s easy to forget in all the excitement of getting a new feline friend but it’s important to understand the cost involved in caring for them their entire lives.
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Milo’s story
Milo the kitten faced a life-and-death situation when he was badly injured in a tragic road traffic accident.
