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Skin problems in dogs: an overview
Skin is very important for protection and keeping the body warm. Skin problems can significantly affect a dog’s quality of life and make them feel miserable.
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How to: Record a resting respiratory rate
This guide is to help you if you need to record your pet’s resting respiratory rate (how many breaths your pet takes each minute while resting or sleeping).
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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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Conjunctivitis in dogs
Conjunctivitis is a symptom not a condition. It means inflammation (swelling) of the ‘conjunctiva’. Conjunctivitis can be caused by many different conditions but nearly always causes red, itchy, weepy eyes.
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Kennel Cough
Kennel cough is a condition that causes a nasty cough in dogs. It’s very contagious, but isn’t often serious.
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Harvest mites in dogs
Harvest mites can often be seen as tiny red/orange ‘dots’ on the skin and fur, and usually cause symptoms like itchy skin and red, inflamed skin on dogs.
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Skin problems in cats
Read our veterinary guide to some of the most common skin conditions in cats, such as fleas, allergies and skin infections.
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Giardia in dogs
Giardia is a very small parasite that attacks the lining of the guts and causes diarrhoea.
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Weight loss in cats
Weight loss in cats is often a sign of a problem. However, it can be hard to spot – especially if your cat is losing weight slowly or if they have a very fluffy coat.
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Lethargy (low energy) in dogs
If your dog has less energy than normal, we call it lethargy. Lethargy with no obvious cause usually indicates a problem.
