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Mouth pain in rabbits
Do you think you rabbit might have a painful mouth? Have they been grinding their teeth, rubbing their face, eating less than usual? The most common cause of a painful mouth is dental disease; but there are many other possible causes.
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Whelping – a guide to your dog giving birth
If you have a pregnant dog, it’s important to be well informed and prepared for her whelping to reduce the chance of problems.
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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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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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Drooling in Rabbits
Healthy rabbits don’t drool/dribble - if you notice your rabbit drooling, it’s likely that something is wrong. Often, the drooling itself isn’t obvious - keep a look out for wet fur and hair loss around their mouth and chin.
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CPR for Cats and Kittens
This article tells you how to perform CPR on a cat, but we recommend that all pet owners learn the technique at a veterinary first aid course.
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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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Bandage care for pets
Contact your vet if your pet’s bandage gets wet, slips off, smells, or if there are signs of swelling, redness, or injury to the skin around it.
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How to muzzle train your dog
Muzzle training should be done at your dog’s pace, in several short sessions over a few weeks.
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Reverse Sneezing in Dogs
Reverse sneezing is when a dog rapidly sucks air through their nose causing a loud snorting noise. It can be alarming to see, but is nearly always harmless.
