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Ear mites in dogs and puppies
Ear mites are tiny parasites that can affect ears and are especially common in puppies. They can be caught from other pets, but can also climb into your dog’s ears from the environment.
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Dandruff in dogs
Dogs like to keep themselves clean, so if you notice your dog has dandruff (dry, flaky skin) it could be a sign of a problem.
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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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Limping in rabbits
If your rabbit is limping it is usually a sign of something serious.
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Wounds and skin injuries
Very minor wounds (cuts, grazes, burns, bites and bruises) often heal themselves. More serious wounds should always been seen by a vet.
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Painful mouth in a dog
Dogs with sore mouths often eat on one side of their face, eat less or, if the pain is severe, they may stop eating completely.
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Aural haematoma (swollen ear flap) in a dog | PDSA
An aural haematoma is a blood blister that forms inside an earflap after a blood vessel bursts. They usually develop due to head shaking or ear scratching because of an ear infection or skin problem.
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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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Rabbit Haemorrhagic Disease (RHD)
RHD is also known as VHD, RVHD or ‘Rabbit Viral Haemorrhagic Disease’. RHD is caused by a virus, it causes severe symptoms and often death.
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Dermatitis (red, inflamed, sore skin or a rash) in cats
Has your cat got red, inflamed or angry looking skin? Do they have a rash? We often call these symptoms ‘dermatitis’.
