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An endoscope is essentially a miniature telescope involving modern fibre optics. It can be rigid or flexible. Endoscopes can be used for the direct visual inspection (and photography) of any…
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Epilepsy describes a condition resulting in recurrent fits (seizures or convulsions) which arise from a non-progressive brain disorder. Definitions of epilepsy vary. Please refer to separate…
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An epulis is a benign oral tumour that affects the gum. It arises from the periodontal ligament which lines the tooth cavity and surrounds the tooth. Epulides are fibrous and are covered by…
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Many excitable and boisterous behaviours are normal for puppies and will diminish with time and with appropriate early training. However, if the behaviour persists, is difficult for you to…
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The pancreas is a v-shaped gland lying close to the duodenum in the anterior part of the abdomen. It consists primarily of large numbers of secretory cells producing pancreatic juice arranged…
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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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Ectropion is an out-turning of the eyelid. It is the opposite of entropion where the eyelids roll inwards. Usually only the lower lids are affected. In some breeds it appears to be hereditary.…
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Entropion is inturning or inversion of the eyelid. It is frequently only the lower lid that is involved, although both lids can be affected in some breeds, e.g. Shar-Peis and Chow Chows. It is…
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False pregnancy (also known as pseudocyesis, phantom pregnancy or pseudopregnancy) is the term used to describe the condition whereby a non-pregnant bitch undergoes bodily and behavioural…
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There are many reasons why dogs develop a fearful reaction to people and other animals. Firstly, the dog may have had limited or minimal exposure to people and/or other animals when it was…