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Skin problems in cats
Read our veterinary guide to some of the most common skin conditions in cats, such as fleas, allergies and skin infections.
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Blocked anal glands in dogs
Learn about blocked anal glands in dogs, including symptoms, causes, and treatment. Discover how to prevent problems and when to seek veterinary advice.
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Blood in cat poo
There are many different things that can cause blood in your cat’s poo but fortunately, many of them are minor and treatable.
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Skin allergies (atopic dermatitis) in cats
Atopic dermatitis (atopy) is a skin problem caused by an allergy to something in the environment (such as pollen, moulds, grass or dust mite).
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First aid for heatstroke
Heatstroke is a life-threatening emergency. Common signs including panting, trouble breathing and collapse/fainting. It is important to get help from a vet ASAP.
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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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Gastroenteritis (stomach upset) in dogs
Gastroenteritis is a general term for a stomach and gut upsets. Symptoms include vomiting, diarrhoea and gut pain.
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Bad breath in cats
While we may not expect our cats to have breath as fresh as ours, if they have really smelly breath it could be the sign of an underlying medical problem.
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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.
