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• Mouth pain in cats

  Mouth pain in cats Overview Cats are very good at hiding pain. This was an important skills for their wild ancestors but it makes it difficult to spot signs of a problem in our pet cats. One of the first signs of a painful mouth tends to be a change in their eating habits. You may even notice your cat hissing or appearing scared of their food. Make an appointment to see your vet if your cat is…

• Hair loss (alopecia) in cats

  Alopecia develops in one of two ways, your cat pulls their own hair out or the hair drops out. Common causes of hair loss in cats include fleas, stress and allergies.

• Found a lump on your cat?

  Finding a lump on your cat can be worrying. It’s very important to have any lumps checked by your vet and to monitor them for any changes.

• 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.

• Coughing in dogs

  Just like people, dogs cough if their airways are irritated or if they need to clear something.