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Noise phobias in dogs
Dogs are very sensitive to noise and can hear much more than us. As a result, even quiet noises can be scary for them, and noise phobias are common.
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Bloat (swollen belly) in dogs
Bloat (a swollen belly) is a medical emergency that is often caused by life threatening condition called a GDV. Call your vet immediately if your dog has developed bloat, especially if they are also trying to be sick.
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How to put sunscreen on your cat
You can protect your cat's light and white patches of skin with pet-safe sunscreen.
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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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Dogs in heat/Dogs coming into season
A heat (or season) is when a female dog is fertile and can become pregnant. During a heat, it’s likely that your dog will behave differently, bleed from her vulva, and become very interested in male dogs.
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Ringworm in dogs
Despite its name, ringworm is not a worm; it’s a fungal infection of the skin. It’s also known as ‘dermatophytosis’.
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Parasites in dogs
Mites and lice are tiny parasites that like to live on dogs (and other species). They damage the skin by biting or burrowing and often cause intense irritation.
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Urine and bladder problems in dogs
There are several different urine and bladder problems that can affect dogs and can cause symptoms such as difficulty peeing, incontinence and increased thirst.
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Cryptorchidism/undescended testicles in dogs
Cryptorchidism is when one or both testicles fail to drop into the scrotum (ball sack).
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Idiopathic Epilepsy in Dogs
Idiopathic epilepsy is the most common cause of repeated seizures in dogs. It’s important to have your dog checked by your vet if they have a seizure, even if they have recovered well.
