Newsletter · 9 articles
Diseases and symptoms
How to recognise common diseases in dogs and cats, which symptoms mean it is time to see a vet, and how these diseases are treated.
Epilepsy in pets: seizures, diagnosis and treatment
People have known about epilepsy since ancient times, and Hippocrates described it as one of the "most serious" diseases. Understanding what causes seizures and how epilepsy is treated will improve your pet's quality of life, and yours too.
Glaucoma: why eye pressure is worth measuring
Raised eye pressure is often a sign of glaucoma. It is a deceptive disease: at first the animal is not in pain, the eye is not red or watery, and there are no other signs that would worry you enough to see a vet.
Chlamydophila in cats: signs, treatment and vaccination
Chlamydophila infection, previously known as chlamydiosis, is the most common cause of conjunctivitis in cats. It affects around 5–10% of cats.
Dental problems in cats and dogs: from plaque to periodontal disease
Dental disease can cause serious problems for animals, just as it can for people. It usually starts with plaque: if it is not removed within 3–4 days, it hardens into tartar and causes inflammation of the gums, known as gingivitis.
Cat blood types: what breeders need to know
A cat's blood type matters to breeders. In the first day of life, a type B queen passes antibodies to her kittens in her colostrum, and these can kill a type A kitten.
Mammary tumours in cats and dogs
Mammary tumours are one of the most common health problems in older unspayed females. They are also the most common type of tumour in dogs.
Ear disease in dogs: why it comes back and how it is treated
Ear disease, also called otitis, is a very common problem in dogs. In some dogs it becomes almost constant, and in severe cases surgery may even be needed to relieve the symptoms.
Blood pressure in dogs and cats: when to measure it
Your own doctor always measures your blood pressure, and it matters just as much for animals. Hypertension in dogs and cats is usually a result of another disease and may cause no outward signs at all.
Some questions are best asked of a veterinarian
An article cannot replace an examination. Book online or call your nearest clinic.