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• Chocolate poisoning in cats and dogs

  Chocolate contains a substance called ‘theobromine’ which is toxic to dogs and cats. It’s similar to caffeine and can cause problems with the nervous system, bowels, kidneys and heart.

• Grape, raisin, current and sultana poisoning in dogs

  Grapes, raisins, sultanas and currents are all potentially poisonous to dogs. Find out what to do if your dog has eaten any of these foods.

• How to take veterinary photos of your pet

  Phone and video consultations are on the rise, and photos are becoming an important part of having an appointment with your vet. This page explains how to take useful pictures for your vet to look at.

• Pancreatitis in dogs

  Pancreatitis is a condition that causes the pancreas to becomes very inflamed. Pancreatitis can range from being mild to very severe.

• Parvovirus in dogs and puppies

  Parvovirus (parvo) is a nasty virus that causes causes severe diarrhoea, vomiting and illness in dogs and puppies.