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Hip dysplasia in dogs
Hip dysplasia is a painful condition of the hip joint that commonly affects medium to large breed pedigree dogs. It causes swelling, pain and eventually arthritis.
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Blood in your dog's poo
Blood in your dog's poo is always something to get checked by your vet but don’t panic - there are lots of possible causes ranging from very minor to more serious.
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Eye ulcers (corneal ulcers) in dogs
Ulcers often appear suddenly and get rapidly worse. However, eyes heal quickly so with vet treatment an ulcer is likely to heal within a few days.
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Aural Haematoma in cats
An aural haematoma is a blood blister that forms inside the ear flap when a blood vessel bursts. They often form because your cat has been shaking their head or scratching their ear.
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Kennel Cough
Kennel cough is a condition that causes a nasty cough in dogs. It’s very contagious, but isn’t often serious.
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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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Heart murmurs in cats
A heart murmur is a whooshing noise caused by abnormal blood flow inside the heart. There are a few different conditions that can cause a heart murmur in a cat.
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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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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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IVDD/slipped disc in dogs
Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) is a condition that causes the intervertebral discs (cushions between the backbones) to lose their sponginess, become hard and fragile, and sometimes slip out of place.
