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Worms in dogs
Worms are a very common problem and most pet dogs will catch them at some point in their life. Intestinal worms live in the guts, eat your pet’s food and cause damage to the gut lining.
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How to calm an anxious dog
From fireworks and storms to being home alone – our vets give their advice on anxiety and phobias in dogs.
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PetWise in schools
PetWise School Award What is PetWise School Award? PetWise School Award is similar to an accreditation scheme – you may already be familiar with these in school. The difference is, this is the first (and only) animal-related award that schools can take part in. By being ‘PetWise’, your community will know that your school is pet-savvy and care about our furry friends. In order to complete the…
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Skin lumps in cats
It’s sensible to regularly check your cat for lumps and book an appointment with your vet if you find one, even if it looks harmless.
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5 things you do that your cat secretly hates
None of us want to annoy our feline friends but it can be tricky when you don't speak the same language!
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Dental problems in rabbits
Your rabbit’s teeth are constantly growing. This is why they need to chew on so much grass and hay as it grinds their teeth down and stops them getting too long.
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Obesity in cats
Vets estimate that over a third of cats in the UK are overweight. An overweight cat is at risk of health problems and a shorter lifespan.
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Saddle thrombus (aortic thromboembolism) in cats
A saddle thrombus is a blood clot that blocks blood supply to the back legs. Symptoms appear suddenly and include severely painful, paralysed back legs. A saddle thrombus is an emergency.
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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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Blue Green Algae Poisoning in Dogs
Blue green algae can be very dangerous because it produces invisible, toxins that can cause organ damage and sometimes even death.
