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Rat poisoning in dogs
Rat and mouse poisons contain ingredients that are often highly toxic to dogs. If you suspect your dog has swallowed rat or mouse poison, call your vet immediately.
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Cat neutering: a guide to castration and spaying
Neutering is an operation to remove the testicles or ovaries from a cat. Read our vets advice on neutering your cat, and the benefits and risks if doing so.
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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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Pancytopenia in Cats
Read veterinary advice on pancytopenia in cats, including symptoms, treatment and causes.
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Cats in heat/Cats coming into season
A heat/season is the time of a cat’s cycle when they are fertile and can get pregnant.
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Chocolate poisoning in dogs
Chocolate contains a substance called theobromine, which is perfectly safe for humans, but toxic for dogs, cats and rabbits.
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Antifreeze poisoning in cats | PDSA
Antifreeze (ethylene glycol) is a very common poison in dogs and cats. It’s a very toxic substance so even a small amount can do a lot of damage to several vital organs.
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Dogs in heat/Dogs coming into season
A heat (or season) is when a female dog is fertile and can become pregnant. During a heat, it’s likely that your dog will behave differently, bleed from her vulva, and become very interested in male dogs.
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Obesity in rabbits
A third of pet rabbits in the UK are overweight. Overweight rabbits are at risk of health problems and a shorter lifespan.
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How to safely move an injured pet
Moving an injured pet needs to be done carefully to avoid making any injuries worse. Stay calm, reassure your pet, check their injuries and make sure you and they are safe before moving them.
