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It is a localised collection of blood, usually clotted and can occur anywhere in the body. Bruises can be considered a form of haematoma. In the dog the most common type of haematoma is that…
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Babesiosis is a tick borne disease which causes destruction of red blood cells resulting in anaemia and jaundice. Acutely affected dogs (and cats) appear depressed, weak and are disinclined to…
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Back problems in dogs are not uncommon and can be due to a variety of causes ranging from intervertebral disc problems such as occur with us (slipped disc), trauma due to a fall or road…
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The presence of unwanted and inappropriate barking is one of the most common complaints of dog owners and their neighbours! Up to a third of noise complaints to the Environmental Health…
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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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Calculi, popularly called stones can develop in many cavities in the body, e.g. the gall bladder, kidney, etc. They are commonest in the urinary tract where they are termed uroliths. More…
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Many owners are concerned when they have to board their dog, particularly for the first time. Today there are several alternatives: Pet sitting agencies are available that will arrange for…
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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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Mammary neoplasia (breast cancer) is very common in the bitch. Its frequency is only second to skin cancer. Both benign and malignant forms occur but sixty percent of mammary lumps in the…
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Many owners want to breed in order to keep a puppy irrespective of the sex, breed or type of pet.Others, often first time owners, acquire a bitch having made a definite decision that in the…
