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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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Bladder infection (UTI) in dogs
Bladder infections in dogs, also called UTIs, are usually caused by bacteria and are more common in female dogs.
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Why is my dog drinking lots of water and weeing more than usual?
Find out why your dog might be drinking lots and weeing more than normal and when to contact your vet for advice. A complete guide written by PDSA vets.
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Travel sickness in dogs
Car sickness is a common problem for puppies and dogs. Travel training is the best way to prevent a car sickness problem developing.
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Luxating patella in dogs
A luxating patella occurs when a dog's kneecap slides out of the groove in the thighbone. A healthy kneecap should never slip out of the groove, and if it does, we call it a luxating patella (dislocating kneecap).
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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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BOAS - breathing problems in flat-faced dogs
BOAS stands for Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome and can severely impact your dog’s quality of life. If your dog develops sudden breathing problems, contact your vet immediately.
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Arthritis in cats
Arthritis (osteoarthritis) is a very common condition that causes painful, swollen joints and makes moving around uncomfortable.
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Grass seeds in dogs
If your dog loves running through long grass, it’s important to check them for grass seeds afterwards. Grass seeds might look small and harmless, but can cause a great deal of trouble.
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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.