Dog
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Canine neural angiostrongyliasis or rat lung worm disease
Dogs become infected following ingestion of rat lung worm larvae within infected snails/ slugs. They do not n...
The PetCulture guide to pet adoption
Life isn’t always purr-fect, and sometimes our fur-ever plans with friends in feathers, fur, scales and fins b...
Ear infections in dogs (Otitis)
Otitis (ear infection) is a common condition for dog Otitis can occur in cats, however it is less common in th...
Nuclear Sclerosis in dogs and cats
Nuclear Sclerosis, also known as Lenticular Sclerosis, occurs in older pets and causes the eyes to look cloudy...
How often should I worm my dog?
The thought of parasites such as worms infesting your dog is an unpleasant one. Parasites are common in the en...
Fleas in dogs & cats
Despite their small size, fleas are a source of misery for many dogs, and their families. As well as causing ...
7 Signs you need to change your dog food
Nutrition is the foundation of your dog's health. The food you feed your canine companion directly impacts the...
The lowdown on worms for cat and dogs
Dogs and cats can get worms through eating worm eggs off the ground (they are passed in infected pets poop), t...
Intestinal worms in dogs & cats: how they affect you and your pets
Regular de-worming for pets is an important part of their care. Worm infection in severe cases can cause illne...
A guide to your dog's teeth
Good dental health is essential for a happy, healthy, pain-free life for our dogs, just as it is for ourselves...
5 pictures of dogs smiling to brighten your day
We could all use a bit of a pick me up from time to time, especially in the current lockdown lifestyle. What b...
Dr. Claire Jenkins' top 5 pet dental questions... and her answers
Below Dr. Claire from VetChat shares insights to some of the most commonly asked pet dental care questions for...
Dental disease in dogs
Dogs use their teeth daily, whether they are chewing on a toy, picking up a ball, or of course enjoying a meal...
Hip Dysplasia in dogs and cats
The hips joint is a “ball and socket” joint. The head of the femur is the ball, and the acetabulum of the hip ...
Bulldog
Bred in 13 th Century England, the Bulldogs ancestors were originally bred for a horrendous “sport” known as b...