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Dermatitis (red, inflamed, sore skin or a rash) in cats
Has your cat got red, inflamed or angry looking skin? Do they have a rash? We often call these symptoms ‘dermatitis’.
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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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Insect bites and stings in cats
Cats are most commonly 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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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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Chocolate Poisoning In Cats
The seriousness of chocolate poisoning depends on how much chocolate your cat has eaten, how much they weigh, and the cocoa content of the chocolate.
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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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Nystagmus (flickering or twitching eye movements) in dogs | PDSA
Nystagmus is the word we use to describe flickering eye movements. In certain circumstances, flickering eye movements are normal, but your dog’s eyes should not flicker when their head is still.
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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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FIV in cats – Feline Immunodeficiency Virus
FIV is a virus that infects cats and damages their immune system, making them prone to infections that they then struggle to recover from (similar to HIV in humans).
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Hand rearing puppies
Hand rearing puppies can be very rewarding, but is a big commitment. Hand rearing involves keeping your puppies warm, regular feeding, toileting, cleaning, health monitoring and socialisation.
