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Several products are available for the prevention or postponement of oestrus (heat, seasons) in bitches. Hormonal control of oestrus is not recommended before the first season, in bitches with…
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Many dogs will react to the sight or sound of passers by but for some owners this behaviour can get out of hand and it can be very embarrassing to have a dog that goes wild whenever someone…
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These are not unusual neurological disorders in dogs. Fits, as they are commonly known, may have all or any combination of the following: Loss or derangement of consciousness Contractions of…
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While most cases of coprophagia appear to be purely behavioural, there are numerous medical problems that can cause or contribute to coprophagia. It is therefore important to get your dog…
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The cornea is the clear part of the front of the eye through which the coloured iris can be seen. Although transparent the cornea is composed of several different layers. A corneal ulcer is an…
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Various coronaviruses can cause infection in animals and birds but it does not affect us, i.e. it is not zoonotic. Canine coronavirus disease can be the cause of diarrhoea in puppies less than…
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The knee joint or stifle is basically a hinge joint that moves only backwards and forwards in one plane. Although there are many ligaments making up the joint, the range of movement is largely…
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Cryosurgery is sophisticated frostbite. Natural, severe frostbite will affect the blood supply particularly to extremities, such as ears, fingers and toes. This will result in death of the…
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Cushing's disease or hyperadrenocorticism, is more accurately described as a syndrome than a disease.
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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…
