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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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Heatstroke in Rabbits
Heatstroke is a very serious condition that progresses quickly, and in severe cases, can cause death.
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Ear Cropping in Dogs
Ear cropping is a cruel and unnecessary mutilation that involves removing a dog’s earflaps to change how they look.
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Anal gland abscesses in dogs
Anal gland infections/abscesses are extremely painful and can burst through the skin if they aren’t treated quickly. Contact your vet ASAP if you think your dog has an anal gland abscess.
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Tail docking in dogs
For tail docking to be legal, it must be performed by a vet, puppies must be under five days old, and a certificate must be provided.
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Blocked Bladder in cats
Having a blocked bladder (being unable to pee) is an emergency and can cause death if left untreated. Contact your vet for an emergency appointment if your cat is struggling to pee.
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Severe pain in pets
If your pet is in pain, contact your vet, if they are in severe pain, take them straight to your vet. Severe pain often indicates a serious problem, even if it the cause isn’t obvious.
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Infectious Hepatitis (Adenovirus) in dogs
Infectious hepatitis is a serious disease also known as ‘canine adenovirus’ or ‘Rubarth’s Disease’. It affects the liver and other major organs causing a range of symptoms. Your dog can catch infectious hepatitis from contact with an infected dog, or somewhere an infected dog has been.
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Diabetes in dogs
A dog with diabetes can't control their blood sugar levels (much like type 1 diabetes in people) and require lifelong treatment.
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Why do dogs eat poo?
Unfortunately (for us!), many dogs enjoy the taste of poo, and eating it (coprophagia) is a very normal dog behaviour. Contrary to popular belief, if your dog eats poo, it’s unlikely to be because of a health problem or something missing from their diet.
