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The blood circulation in dogs (and most animals) is arranged so that blood from the intestines, rich in the products of digestion, is conveyed via the portal circulation to the liver where it…
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Traditional pregnancy diagnosis in the bitch depended on abdominal palpation (feeling for foetuses through the abdominal wall). Irrespective of the experience of the person involved, ultimately the results depend upon the state of relaxation of the bitch.
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Surgery – ovariohysterectomy – spaying Medical management using hormonal drugs Spaying involves the removal of the womb and ovaries. It is permanent and irreversible. Although…
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Propentofylline increases the blood flow to the heart, muscle, and brain. It is used in older dogs to improve exercise tolerance, dullness and lethargy. Your veterinary surgeon may need to…
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The prostate gland is located adjacent to the neck of the urinary bladder in the male dog. The urethra passes through it on its way via the penis to the exterior. The gland produces some of…
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It is the scientific name for skin irritation or itching. It is associated with many skin problems, often involving allergies or external parasites, e.g. fleas. Although only a sign (symptom)…
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Punishment is defined as the application of a stimulus that decreases the chances that a behaviour will be repeated. In practical terms when dealing with dogs, we aim to associate an…
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Pyometra is a not uncommon condition that can affect the uterus of middle aged and older pet bitches that are not regularly bred. Following any normal oestrus, ("heat" or…
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Rabies is caused by a virus which is transmitted by the bite of an infected animal. It can affect most warm blooded animals and is almost always fatal, both to dogs and humans infected from…
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There are few of us today unaware of the advantages of x-rays. However radiography in the dog tends to be a little more complicated in that you mostly are unable to tell your patient to lie…
