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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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Cushing’s Disease in dogs
Cushing’s disease is a condition caused by high levels of steroid in the body, normally produced in precise amounts by the adrenal glands.
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How to collect a urine sample from your cat
Collecting a urine sample from a cat isn’t as tricky as it sounds – with the right equipment and knowledge it’s usually quite a simple process.
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Legg Calvé Perthes disease in dogs
Legg-Perthes is a painful condition that causes the hip joint to crumble and collapse. Legg-Perthes affects young dogs and is most common in small breeds.
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Saddle thrombus (aortic thromboembolism) in cats
A saddle thrombus is a blood clot that blocks blood supply to the back legs. Symptoms appear suddenly and include severely painful, paralysed back legs. A saddle thrombus is an emergency.
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Dacryocystitis in rabbits
Dacryocystitis in rabbits Overview Dacryocystitis is inflammation of the tear ducts (also known as the nasolacrimal ducts) Dacryocystitis is a common problem in pet rabbits, and can affect one or both sides. Weepy eyes are the most common sign of dacryocystitis. Treatment and outlook depends on the cause of dacryocystitis. A simple case is often easy to treat, but unfortunately, most cases…
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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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Bowel Obstruction/Intestinal Blockage in cats
Cats don’t often eat things they shouldn’t, but occasionally curiosity gets the better of them and can lead to a blockage. String, thread, hair bands, rubber bands and tinsel are the most common items to cause a gut blockage in cats.
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E. cuniculi in Rabbits
E. cuniculi is a parasite that affects rabbits by causing damage to important organs. Read veterinary advice on prevention, causes, symptoms and treatment.
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Chronic kidney disease in dogs
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is when the kidneys slowly stop working over a period of months or years.
