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The dangers of ‘hidden’ testicles
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Following on from last week’s piece on pet neutering, vet Marc Abraham discusses the important topic of cryptorchidism – a condition that can lead to all sorts of complications in male cats and dogs
It’s important to recognise if your pet’s ‘bits’ look different to other pets, as these differences can lead to serious life-threatening conditions.
Posted in Veterinary problems
Tagged cancer, cat, cryptorchidism, dog, testicles
Neutering: behind the scenes
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Having our pets neutered is highly recommended by most vets – but what actually happens to our four-legged friends when they have the operation? Vet Marc Abraham explains all
Neutering is an important part of responsible pet ownership: it not only stops your pet having unwanted litters, but also prevents potential behavioural, medical and surgical problems such as breast cancer. It’s also the perfect opportunity to get your pet microchipped. Read more
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Tagged castration, cat, dog, neutering, rabbit, spaying, vets
Spraying: everything you need to know
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Spraying is usually done by cats to mark their territory. But if your cat is spraying inside your home, or excessively, it could be anxious. Here’s what to do about it… From the current issue of PetPeople magazine.
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Spraying is normal behaviour for cats, but is a problem when it occurs in the home. Scent is incredibly important to cats. Read more
Posted in Behaviour problems, PetPeople magazine archive
Tagged cat, cats, spraying, toileting
What pet owners should know about lumps
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Finding a mysterious lump on your pet can be a real worry – and while most turn out to be harmless, you should always take the precaution of a veterinary checkup, says vet Marc Abraham Read more
Posted in Veterinary problems
Tagged allergies, cancer, cat, cat bite abscess, dog, grass seed, lipomas, lump, ticks, warts
Customer story: dealing with diabetes
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Weeks after getting her characterful cat Horace, Janet Parnell discovered he had diabetes. Luckily, a Petplan Covered for Life policy means Horace gets all the treatment he deserves. From the current issue of PetPeople magazine.
The moment she spotted Horace on The Blue Cross website, Janet Parnell knew he was the cat for her. ‘It was love at first sight,’ she says.
However, within a few weeks of starting his new life, Janet and husband David became concerned that Horace was drinking excessively, sleeping a lot and not grooming. Read more
Posted in PetPeople magazine archive, Petplan customer stories
Tagged cat, diabetes, insurance
Springtime dangers for pets: what you need to know
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With the sunnier and longer days of spring, many of us will be spending more time outdoors – as will our cats and dogs. But did you know that our gardens harbour an array of pet health hazards? Vet Marc Abraham explains
Spring has now sprung – and while April showers and hosepipe bans make easy distractions for pet owners, it’s now time to put our four-legged friends’ health and happiness first
Do pets really have emotions?
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It’s hard to tell how our pets are feeling. Do they feel emotions as complex as ours? Or are we overly attentive to how they feel? Deirdre Vine investigates. From the new issue of PetPeople magazine Read more
Posted in PetPeople magazine archive
Tagged behaviour, cat, dog, emotions, pet relationships, rabbit
Does your pet smell? Here’s what to do
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If your pet smells bad, you need to identify the source of the odour – for everyone’s sake. It may be something simple that you can sort out yourself, or it may need your veterinary surgeon’s help. We’ve asked PetPeople magazine vet Alison Logan for her top tips
Is something offensive stuck to your cat’s fur somewhere? Has your dog rolled in something unpleasant? Groom it out first if possible (easier when dry) then use an odour-eliminating pet shampoo – remember that cats do not naturally like being washed, and rabbits will need careful drying afterwards. Tomato ketchup is said to be very effective at counteracting the smell of fox muck, which Read more
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Tagged bad breath, cat, cat bite abscess, dog, ear infection, flyblown, fur, infections, rabbit, skin, smell, teeth
The quick checks that could save your pet’s life
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Examining your pet regularly can help you to nip common ailments in the bud before they become more serious. Brian Faulkner, Petplan’s Vet of the Year 2008, outlines the essentials steps of a quick checkup
Caring for your pet doesn’t stop with feeding and exercise. Noticing that something is unusual in your pet and seeking early veterinary attention can often be the difference between curing a condition or not. Follow this five-minute routine at least once a month with your dog, cat or rabbit and you will not only become familiar with what is normal in your own pet, but you’ll be able to help your vet detect subtle abnormalities much sooner. Read more
Cat bite abscesses: what to do
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In this, the first in series of guest blog posts by vet Marc Abraham, we take a look at the tricky subject of cat bite abscesses – and what to do if your cat falls ill with one
The clocks going forward this weekend means that we humans can now look forward to enjoying longer daylight hours, but we’re not the only ones planning to spend more of our precious time outside. Read more
Posted in Veterinary problems
Tagged biting, cat, cat bite abscess
