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• Luxating patella in dogs

  A luxating patella occurs when a dog's kneecap slides out of the groove in the thighbone. A healthy kneecap should never slip out of the groove, and if it does, we call it a luxating patella (dislocating kneecap).

• 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…

• Mouth pain in dogs

  Dogs with sore mouths often eat on one side of their face, eat less or, if the pain is severe, they may stop eating completely.

• My dog can't pee

  Being unable to pee is a life threatening condition. If your dog is unable to pass urine, this could indicate a blocked bladder. Call your vet for advice ASAP if your dog is having trouble peeing.

• My dog eats poo – help!

  Unfortunately (for us!), many dogs enjoy the taste of poo, and eating it (coprophagia) is a very normal dog behaviour. Contrary to popular belief, if your dog eats poo, it’s unlikely to be because of a health problem or something missing from their diet.