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Neutering, which in the female is called spaying, is removal of the uterus and the ovaries. It should always be considered if you are keeping your bitch solely as a pet. Service dogs, e.g.…
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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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Dermatitis is the name given to inflammation of the skin. Staphylococcae are a type of bacteria which are commonly found both on humans and animals.
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Tapeworms, as their name implies, are flattened intestinal worms. They consist of many small segments each approximately 3–4 mm long. Unlike roundworms which live freely in the bowel,…
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Within a few hours of a meal an invisible layer of bacteria forms on the teeth. This is plaque. Within 24 hours this starts to harden, absorb minerals and becomes dental calculus or tartar.…
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In Britain today dogs can travel by air, rail, road or sea. Each form of travel presents it own unique problems.
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Since they have tonsils, dogs also have tonsillitis. It is fairly common particularly in small breeds of dogs but less common in large dogs.
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For dogs to remain behaviourally healthy it is important that we meet their needs for physical exercise and mental stimulation. In general, physical exercise is considered more frequent than…
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The trachea (windpipe) is a flexible tube leading from the mouth to the lungs. It is supported by a collection of cartilage rings which keep the tubes open, allowing air to enter the lungs on…
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Choosing the correct training package for dogs is just as important as selecting the right education system for children. Just as the type of school and teachers are thought about carefully…
