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FeLV in Cats: What Is It?
FeLV, or feline leukaemia virus, is one of the most common viral infections in cats. We explain how the virus spreads, what symptoms to watch for, why the disease cannot be cured outright, and how to care for a cat that carries the virus so it can live a long and comfortable life.
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What is inflammatory bowel disease in cats? What is IBD?
IBD is a chronic inflammatory disease of the gut that shows up in cats as frequent vomiting, diarrhoea and weight loss. We explain where the disease comes from, how it is diagnosed by ruling out other conditions and why a properly chosen diet is the cornerstone of treatment.
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What is a mastectomy, the removal of the mammary chain?
A mastectomy is surgery to remove the mammary chain, performed for mammary tumours, the most common and mostly malignant growths in bitches. We explain what causes these tumours, which breeds are at risk, how to spot changes and why early spaying is the best prevention.
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Can a dog have Addison’s disease?
Addison's disease is adrenal insufficiency that develops slowly in dogs and hides behind non-specific symptoms. We explain what happens in the body, which signs should raise concern, how the disease is diagnosed and why, with the right treatment, a dog can go on to live a normal life.
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What is kennel cough in dogs?
A loud, dry cough that sounds like a honking goose usually means kennel cough, an infectious tracheobronchitis, rather than choking. We explain how dogs catch it, how to recognise it, how long it lasts, how we treat it, what you can do at home and why the intranasal vaccine is worth having.
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What is anal gland inflammation in dogs?
A dog's anal glands should empty on their own, but on a soft diet they often become overfull and inflamed. We explain how to spot the problem from your dog's behaviour, what happens if it is ignored, which breeds most often need help and how to prevent it coming back.
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Can a cat have separation anxiety?
Separation anxiety is not just a dog problem: cats struggle with being left alone too, their symptoms are simply less obvious. We explain how to recognise the condition, why stress harms a cat's health and which simple steps will help your pet stay home alone more calmly.
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Why measure the pressure in the eye? What does glaucoma look like in dogs?
Glaucoma in dogs is an extremely painful condition that can cause irreversible blindness within hours. We explain how intraocular pressure rises, the difference between primary and secondary glaucoma, how tonometry is performed, which symptoms need urgent attention and what treatment options exist.
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Can rabbits be spayed and neutered?
Rabbits, like dogs and cats, can be neutered, which not only prevents breeding but also lowers the risk of reproductive diseases and helps with spraying and aggression. We explain at what age the procedure is done, what it achieves and how to prepare your rabbit for surgery.
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When should you protect your dog against ticks?
Tick season is no longer limited to April to October: a temperature above freezing is all it takes for the parasites to become active. We explain why dogs need year-round protection, how infection happens and which symptoms of tick-borne diseases call for an immediate visit to the vet.
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Is chocolate poisonous to dogs?
Chocolate contains theobromine, which dogs metabolise far more slowly than humans, so even a small amount can be dangerous. We explain what determines how serious the poisoning is, what to do if your dog has eaten chocolate, and which symptoms should alarm an owner.
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Spondylosis in dogs: symptoms, treatment, causes of spinal degeneration and rehabilitation
Spondylosis is a degenerative disease of the spine that mostly affects older dogs, causing pain and stiffness. We explain its causes and symptoms, how it is diagnosed, how to help a dog with the condition, and how rehabilitation and the right diet can improve quality of life.
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