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Ringworm in cats
Despite its name, ringworm is not a worm; it’s a fungal infection of the skin. It’s also known as ‘dermatophytosis’.
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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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Eyelash problems in dogs
Our vets write about eyelash problems in dogs including distichiasis, trichiasis and ectopic cilia.
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Respiratory infections/snuffles in rabbits
‘Snuffles’ is the word we use to describe a respiratory (nose, throat or chest) infection in a rabbit. This article focuses on the two most common causes of snuffles in rabbits: ‘Pasteurella’ and ‘Bordetella’.
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Eye problems in dogs - an overview
There are many different conditions that can affect your dog’s eyes, including: injuries, infections, pressure changes, eyelash/eyelid problems, and even an illness in another part of the body e.g. diabetes.
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Urine and bladder problems in dogs
There are several different urine and bladder problems that can affect dogs and can cause symptoms such as difficulty peeing, incontinence and increased thirst.
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Weight loss in dogs
If you think your dog might be losing weight it’s important to have them checked, and to tell you vet about any other symptoms you’ve noticed, such as vomiting, diarrhoea, low energy, or changes in their appetite and thirst.
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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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Cat flu in kittens
Cat flu is an illness that causes symptoms similar to human flu. It’s important to contact your vet for advice if your kitten develops any symptoms of cat flu, even if they are mild.
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Arthritis in cats
Arthritis (osteoarthritis) is a very common condition that causes painful, swollen joints and makes moving around uncomfortable.
