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Elbow dysplasia in dogs
Elbow dysplasia is a painful condition of the elbow joint that most commonly affects large breed dogs. It causes swelling, pain and eventually arthritis.
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Why do dogs eat poo?
Unfortunately (for us!), many dogs enjoy the taste of poo, and eating it (coprophagia) is a very normal dog behaviour. Contrary to popular belief, if your dog eats poo, it’s unlikely to be because of a health problem or something missing from their diet.
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Luxating patella in dogs
A luxating patella occurs when a dog's kneecap slides out of the groove in the thighbone. A healthy kneecap should never slip out of the groove, and if it does, we call it a luxating patella (dislocating kneecap).
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Idiopathic Epilepsy in Dogs
Idiopathic epilepsy is the most common cause of repeated seizures in dogs. It’s important to have your dog checked by your vet if they have a seizure, even if they have recovered well.
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Hair loss (alopecia) in rabbits
Fur loss (alopecia) in rabbits usually appears in patches and depending on the cause often comes with a variation of other symptoms.
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Chronic kidney disease (CKD) in cats
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a common problem in cats, especially as they get older. Symptoms can include increased thirst, peeing more, decreased appetite, weight loss, vomiting, and poor coat condition.
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Food allergies in dogs
Just like people, dogs can be allergic to something in their food. This often causes skin and/or tummy problems.
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Fleas, mites and lice in rabbits
Have you noticed your rabbit scratching? losing fur? developing dandruff? It’s possible they could have a skin parasite (fleas, mites or lice).
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Limping in rabbits
If your rabbit is limping it is usually a sign of something serious.
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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).
