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'Cat flu' is a common disease in cats of all ages despite widespread vaccination, but tends to be particularly severe in young and old cats. A number of infectious agents have been found to…
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Vomiting describes the return of food from the stomach. It may be related to disorders of the stomach but is a sign that can occur with many other different diseases and problems. It is not a…
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Common conditions of pet chinchillas include bite wounds, respiratory diseases, dental disease, bloat/gut stasis and heat stroke. Bite wounds are common in chinchillas that are housed with…
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Lameness indicates a deviation from normal gait. The commonest cause is pain in the limb. Since puppies and young dogs are by nature exuberant, most lameness is transitory and clears up…
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The medical term is hypoadrenocorticism. The term indicates diminished or lowered hormone production from the outer part (cortex) of the adrenal gland. The adrenal glands are paired glands…
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Allergic reactions are very common in dogs and are fully described in a separate handout on Allergies and Hypersensitivities. Yes, there are at least five common types of allergy in the dog:…
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Allergies are common in dogs. Canine allergic skin disease is a difficult and frustrating problem for vets.
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An allergy, or allergic reaction is an exaggerated response by the body to a particular substance. This substance is the allergen.
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Anaemia occurs when the amount of haemoglobin is reduced. Haemoglobin is the red pigment responsible for the colour of blood. It is contained within the erythrocytes or red blood cells. It can…
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Anal furunculosis is also called perianal fistula or perianal sinus. It is a condition affecting the German Shepherd Dog more than any other breed in the UK. However Sheepdogs, Irish Setters…