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  • Canine haemorrhagic gastro enteritis, (HGE) is a very acute form of dysentery (bloody diarrhoea). It is accompanied with vomiting. Hypovolaemia (reduction in the blood volume) occurs due to…

  • The most common cause of heatstroke or hyperthermia is the confinement of a dog in a car with inadequate ventilation. In such circumstances the condition can occur with frightening rapidity.…

  • Hypocalcaemia means low circulating blood calcium. It is most commonly seen with eclampsia, or so-called milk fever, which may occur in bitches at any time during lactation or sometimes…

  • The only naturally occurring poisonous snake in Britain is the common adder or viper (Vipera berus). The snake is most commonly found during hot sunny weather on dry heaths and moors.…

  • If you think your pet is unwell, you must take it to your veterinary surgeon for prompt attention. ANY deviation from normal should be a cause for concern and requires immediate evaluation.