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Skin fold dermatitis in dogs
Pockets in between skin folds get very warm and moist. This makes a perfect environment for bacteria and yeast to grow and infections to develop.
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Hypothermia in Pets
Read our vets' advice on hypothermia in pets, including causes, symptoms, and treatments.
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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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BOAS - breathing problems in flat-faced dogs
BOAS stands for Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome and can severely impact your dog’s quality of life. If your dog develops sudden breathing problems, contact your vet immediately.
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Ear infections in dogs
Ear infections in dogs can be caused by bacteria or yeast (or both). There is usually an underlying cause for an ear infection, such as ear mites or a skin allergy.
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Head tilt in a rabbit
A problem inside the ear or brain is the most common cause of a head tilt in a rabbit. This is because head position is controlled by the balance (vestibular) centre, which sits inside the ear/brain.
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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.
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Coronavirus and Covid-19 in pets
The coronaviruses are a family of viruses that cause illness in humans and animals across the world. Call your vet for advice if you are concerned that your pet is unwell.
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Noise phobias in dogs
Dogs are very sensitive to noise and can hear much more than us. As a result, even quiet noises can be scary for them, and noise phobias are common.
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Conjunctivitis in dogs
Conjunctivitis is a symptom not a condition. It means inflammation (swelling) of the ‘conjunctiva’. Conjunctivitis can be caused by many different conditions but nearly always causes red, itchy, weepy eyes.
