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Newcastle animal-lover takes on Great North Run after breaking back
Newcastle animal-lover takes on Great North Run after breaking neck and back
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Heart problems in cats
There are a few different types of heart disease that can affect cats. It’s a problem that most common in middle aged-older cats, but can also sometimes affect kittens (in rare cases).
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Tibetan Mastiff
Tibetan Mastiffs are known to be quite independent and strong-willed. They are devoted towards their owners, and because of this can be very protective.
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My dog has eaten something harmful
Curious dogs can get their paws on all sorts of things - food, bones, rubber toys, stones. Here's what to do if you think your dog has eaten something that might be harmful.
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Cat and Kitten Vaccinations
Vaccination is an important way of protecting your cat against some serious diseases. Read our vet's advice on cat vaccines and how they work.
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Physiotherapy for dogs and cats
Physiotherapy for your pet can be called animal or veterinary physiotherapy.
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Weight loss in dogs
If you think your dog might be losing weight it’s important to have them checked, and to tell you vet about any other symptoms you’ve noticed, such as vomiting, diarrhoea, low energy, or changes in their appetite and thirst.
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Pyometra (infected womb) in dogs
A pyometra is a womb infection – a very serious condition, common in unneutered, female dogs. Treatment for a pyometra includes emergency surgery to remove the womb, a fluid drip and medication.
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Permethrin toxicity in cats
Permethrin is a chemical used to treat fleas. It’s safe to use on dogs but is extremely poisonous for cats. Common symptoms of permethrin poisoning include drooling, acting strangely, twitching and fitting.
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Limping and stiffness in cats
There can be lots of causes of limping and stiffness in older cats, but arthritis is usually the most common cause.
