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Food allergy in cats
Just like people, cats can develop allergies to certain ingredients in their food. This often causes skin and tummy problems.
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Ticks on dogs
Ticks are parasites that feed on animal and human blood. They can also transmit diseases such as Lyme disease.
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Ticks on cats
If you spot a tick on your cat, it’s important to remove it quickly and properly, using the right equipment.
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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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Myxomatosis in rabbits
Myxomatosis is a virus that causes severe disease and is usually fatal. It’s common in wild rabbits and spreads easily to pet rabbits.
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Vomiting in cats
Most cases of vomiting in cats will improve with minimal treatment but sometimes vomiting can be a sign of something more serious.
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Skin problems in dogs: an overview
Skin is very important for protection and keeping the body warm. Skin problems can significantly affect a dog’s quality of life and make them feel miserable.
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Hair loss (alopecia) in dogs
Hair loss (alopecia) means bald spots, patchy fur or just thinning fur. Parasites, hormone problems and allergies are all common causes of alopecia in dogs.
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Drooling in cats
Drooling in cats can be completely normal, and some cats do it as a response to being happy and relaxed. However, excessive drooling, or a sudden change in drooling habits can be a sign of an underlying health problem.
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Humping Behaviour in Dogs
Mounting and humping is normal for both male and female dogs, and occurs for a number of reasons (not always sexual). Distracting your dog, teaching them appropriate behaviour and neutering can help prevent humping.
