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Canine herpes virus (CHV) is a common infection in dogs. It is important because of the role it plays in canine neonatal mortality. Recent work has shown that more than 80% of dogs in the UK…
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Hip dysplasia is a deformity of the hip which occurs during growth. The hip joint is a ball and socket joint. During growth both the ball, (which is the head of the femur or thigh bone) and…
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Hookworms are small worms (approx. 1 cm in length) that attach to the lining of the dog’s small intestine by their hooked mouthparts.Two types are found in the UK. Uncinaria…
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Horner’s syndrome is a common neurological disorder of the eye and facial muscles. The condition is usually sudden in onset. The most common signs noted by owners are: drooping of the…
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Dogs are highly social animals that make wonderful pets. They can be effective as watchdogs, are excellent companions for play and exercise, and are sources of affection and comfort. However,…
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There are numerous reasons why a dog might soil the house with urine and/or faeces. Determining the specific reason is essential for developing an effective treatment programme. Dogs that soil…
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Hypocalcaemia means low circulating blood calcium. It is most commonly seen with eclampsia, or so-called milk fever, which may occur in bitches at any time during lactation or sometimes…
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The thyroid gland is one of the most important glands of the body. It regulates body chemistry (metabolism). It is controlled by the master gland of the body, the pituitary which is located in…
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Infectious bronchitis, popularly known as kennel cough can be caused by various organisms, both viruses and bacteria. The virus components are today largely protected against with routine…
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Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic disease of the intestinal tract. Sometimes, the stomach is also involved. Most affected dogs have a history of recurrent or chronic vomiting…
