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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…
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Jaundice is the name given to the yellow pigment found in the blood and in the tissues which can most easily be seen in jaundiced patients in the gingiva (gums), the sclera (white part of the…
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Blood platelets, scientifically known as thrombocytes, are produced from the largest cells found in the bone marrow (megakaryocytes). One megakaryocyte will produce many platelets. Once in…
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Your dog is lame if he has a limp or does not move normally.The commonest causes are pain or instability of the joint. Lameness can affect dogs of any age from growing puppies to the elderly.…
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Laryngeal paralysis is quite frequently initially diagnosed as a chest infection. Initial signs are virtually the same, i.e. shortage of breath, noisy breathing or a cough. However laryngeal…
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There are many methods of restraining a dog on a lead; from collars to head halters and 'one size (or type) does not fit all'. Functionality, comfort and safety should be the prime considerations in any choice.
