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Ringworm in dogs
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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Head tilt in a rabbit
A problem inside the ear or brain is the most common cause of a head tilt in a rabbit. This is because head position is controlled by the balance (vestibular) centre, which sits inside the ear/brain.
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Why do dogs eat poo?
Unfortunately (for us!), many dogs enjoy the taste of poo, and eating it (coprophagia) is a very normal dog behaviour. Contrary to popular belief, if your dog eats poo, it’s unlikely to be because of a health problem or something missing from their diet.
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Snake bites in cats
Read our vets' advice on what to do if your cat is bitten by a snake, the kind of snake it was bitten by, first aid for them and when to call a vet.
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Pancytopenia in Cats
Read veterinary advice on pancytopenia in cats, including symptoms, treatment and causes.
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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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Insect bites and stings in dogs
Dogs are most often stung around their face or on their paws. Most stings can be managed at home as long as the signs are mild.
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Constipation in cats
Constipation in cats is a relatively common problem – learn more about the symptoms, causes, treatment and more with expertise written by PDSA vets.
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Blindness in cats
Surprisingly, it’s not always easy to tell if your cat is going blind. There are many possible causes – some cause sudden blindness, some cause gradual blindness, some are treatable, some are not.
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Elbow dysplasia in dogs
Elbow dysplasia is a painful condition of the elbow joint that most commonly affects large breed dogs. It causes swelling, pain and eventually arthritis.
