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An antioxidant is any substance that protects the body from free radical damage. Free radicals are very reactive chemicals that can cause damage to living tissue via a process called…
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The arrival of a new child is associated with a great deal of excitement, anxiety and stress for not only the humans, but also your family pet. Some dogs and cats can have a difficult time…
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Natural pheromones are 'social odours' that are secreted by your pet. The smells are perceived by animals and communicate a message. In cats, pheromones are secreted in urine, anal glands,…
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Artificial tears are tear substitutes used to moisten and lubricate the eyes when the animal's tear secretion has stopped or is reduced as in keratoconjunctivitis sicca (dry eye syndrome).…
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Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug used to treat mild to moderate pain, to reduce inflammation and to reduce fever. It may also be used to treat…
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Atropine eye drops are used to keep your pet's pupil open when there is inflammation within the eye. Atropine relieves muscle spasm and therefore pain in the eye. Atropine eye drops are not…
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Azathioprine is an immunosuppressive agent that suppresses your pet’s antibody responses and decreases inflammation. Examples of conditions the drug may be used for include immune…
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These notes are provided to help you understand the diagnosis or possible diagnosis of cancer in your pet. For general information on cancer in pets ask for our handout "What is…
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These drugs are used to modify or treat a wide range of undesirable or unsociable behaviour or emotional disorders such as obsessive compulsive behaviour, separation anxiety, depression, and…
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It is not unusual for behaviour problems to develop in older pets. Many of the problems have similar causes to those in younger pets. Changes in the household or changes in the environment can…