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Cruciate ligament damage in dogs
If one of the cruciate ligaments is damaged the knee joint becomes wobbly and this is usually very painful. The most common way for a dog to damage a cruciate ligament is by jumping, skidding, twisting or turning awkwardly.
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Dental problems in rabbits
Your rabbit’s teeth are constantly growing. This is why they need to chew on so much grass and hay as it grinds their teeth down and stops them getting too long.
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Joint supplements for dogs
Joint supplements can help improve joint health in dogs with arthritis. They are given as a liquid, tablet or capsule and even added to some pet foods.
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Wobbly teeth in dogs
Although your puppy's teeth will naturally fall out to make room for their adult teeth, wobbly teeth in adult dogs is cause for concern.
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Insect bites and stings in dogs
Dogs are most often stung around their face or on their paws. Most stings can be managed at home as long as the signs are mild.
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Mange (sarcoptes mite) in dogs
Mange is a skin condition caused by a mite called ‘Sarcoptes’. Mange is highly contagious, often caught by contact with an infected dog or fox.
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Hip dysplasia in dogs
Hip dysplasia is a painful condition of the hip joint that commonly affects medium to large breed pedigree dogs. It causes swelling, pain and eventually arthritis.
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Head tilt in dogs: causes and when to contact your vet | PDSA
If your dog’s head is tilted to one side, there may be an underlying medical reason. Read our guide from PDSA vets to discover what can cause a head tilt
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Dermatitis (red, inflamed, sore skin or a rash) in dogs
Has your dog got red, inflamed, angry looking skin? Or do they have a rash? We often call these symptoms ‘dermatitis’.
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Drooling in dogs
Drooling is normal for dogs, and some breeds drool more than others, but excessive drooling can indicate an underlying health problem.
