Another cause of itching in your pet that is not Fleas but Atopy

Canine atopy is one of the causes of a very itchy or as we say ' chronically pruritic' dog. They bite and scratch themselves so much that they cause a secondary skin infection with loss of fur typically in these places:...................more

All about a Pyometra or Womb infection in your bitch

Pyometra is a common disease in female dogs and although it is easy to diagnose, it can be very worrying in your old pet. Older female bitches that are not spayed and are one to two months beyond their season are at high risk of developing a pyometra.....more

Pancreatitis in a Dog

I was so happy to send little old Poppy home today. She had Yorkshire Terrier written on her files but she looked like a little overweight, balding grey crossbreed. She has been in the hospital for 4 days as we diagnosed pancreatitis. This condition is extremely painful.......more

What is an Aural Haematoma and can it be treated?

An aural haematoma is an obvious swelling of the pinna (the ear flap) which is filled with blood or serum (blood without the red cells). This can be small or may affect the whole ear. It is usually very uncomfortable to your pet and they will shake their head..............more

 

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Sexing kittens

A very basic article to help you sex kittens as we do see a number of clients purchasing kittens from pet shops or sanctuaries thinking they have one sex and realising it is another...................more