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Enlarged Prostate in Dogs
Our vets give their advice on an enlarged prostate in dogs, including the symptoms to look out for and how an enlarged prostate is treated in dogs.
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Luxating patella in dogs
A luxating patella occurs when a dog's kneecap slides out of the groove in the thighbone. A healthy kneecap should never slip out of the groove, and if it does, we call it a luxating patella (dislocating kneecap).
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Ear problems in dogs
A sore ear is not something to ignore. Ear problems can be very painful and need vet treatment to cure and find the cause.
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Sunburn in pets
Pets can get sunburnt just like people, especially if they are light coloured or have a thin/patchy coat. Sunburn is painful, causes skin damage, and can lead to certain types of skin cancer.
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Severe allergic reactions in cats
Cats can have allergic reactions just like people. Common triggers include insect stings, plants and medications (including vaccinations).
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Cat bite abscesses
A cat’s claws and teeth are covered in bacteria, if they bite or scratch each other it’s very likely that an infection will develop.
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Dental problems in rabbits
Your rabbit’s teeth are constantly growing. This is why they need to chew on so much grass and hay as it grinds their teeth down and stops them getting too long.
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Road traffic accidents (RTA)
If your pet had been involved in a road traffic accident, take them to a vet straight away. Read our advice on the best way to care for them.
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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.
