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How to collect a urine sample from your dog
Collecting a urine sample doesn’t need to be a challenge – in fact, with the correct equipment and knowledge, it’s usually a fairly simple task.
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USMI in dogs
Does your dog leak urine? Especially when they are lying down? They could be suffering from USMI - a common cause of urinary incontinence in dogs. USMI is when the urethra (the tube that carries urine out of the body) becomes weak, and leaky.
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Bone cancer in dogs | PDSA
Osteosarcoma is a type of bone cancer. Osteosarcomas are painful tumours that often first appear as hot, solid, tender swellings. They are most common in leg bones, but can affect any bone in the body.
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Lymphoma in dogs
Lymphoma is a cancer of the immune system. The immune system is active throughout the whole body, and lymphoma can develop in any part of it. Symptoms vary depending on what type it is, where it is, and how aggressive it is.
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Rabies in cats
Rabies is a deadly virus that attacks the central nervous system (brain and nerves), causing severe symptoms and eventually death.
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Hand rearing kittens
Hand rearing kittens can be very rewarding but is also a big commitment. It involves keeping the kittens warm, regular feeding, toileting, cleaning, health monitoring and socialisation.
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Lungworm in dogs
Lungworm infection is becoming much more common, and is now a risk to dogs across much of the UK. Your dog is at risk of catching lungworm if they eat slugs and snails (this often happens by accident while eating grass).
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Heatstroke in Rabbits
Heatstroke is a very serious condition that progresses quickly, and in severe cases, can cause death.
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Pregnancy in cats
While your cat is pregnant you will need to care for her slightly differently and make sure you’re prepared for her giving birth.
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How to clean a dog’s ears
Always speak to your vet before cleaning your dog’s ears to make sure they don’t need any medication beforehand.
