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Pudsey: another in a long line of pet stars
Leave a commentYou can’t throw a stick without it being chased by a talented animal these days. Pudsey from Britain’s Got Talent is yet more proof… In the last year we’ve seen pets pick up various accolades for their work in entertainment … Read more
Posted in TitBits: news and more
Tagged dog, pudsey
Pyometra: what to look out for
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Continuing on a reproductive theme, vet Marc Abraham looks at an extremely common life-threatening condition that affects unspayed female dogs, yet is easily preventable
Pyometra – literally ‘pus in the womb’ – presents with a range of signs, from the obvious (thick creamy pus discharging from the vulva) to the subtle (loss of appetite) Read more
Posted in Veterinary problems
Tagged dog, infections, neutering, pyometra, spaying, uterus, womb
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
Video: an amazing real-life recovery story
Leave a commentSue Millard will never forget the distraught call from her daughter Rebecca, on 6 August last year, after her beautiful Collie-Spaniel cross Ben suffered a 35-foot fall. Here is the story of his amazing recovery back to health. From the current edition of PetPeople magazine.
‘My daughter had been out walking on a forestry road when Ben went through a hole in a fence and over a sheer drop. His injuries were so bad that he’d been rushed to the hospital.’
Looking back, Sue admits that the next few days were a blur for the whole family: ‘Ben was in such a state – it was touch and go whether they could save him. None of us got much sleep. We cried so much – we thought we’d lose him. Read more
Posted in PetPeople magazine archive, Petplan customer stories
Tagged accident, dog, insurance, video
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
Posted in Veterinary problems
Tagged castration, cat, dog, neutering, rabbit, spaying, vets
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
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
How to treat mange in your dog
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Our second post from vet Marc Abraham looks at mange: what causes this unpleasant infection, how it affects dogs and what can be done about it
Some common pet diseases can prove notoriously stubborn and expensive to fix, taking weeks or even months to see any improvement. A classic example is mange – infestation of your pet’s skin Read more
Posted in Veterinary problems
Tagged dog, hair loss, infections, itching, mange, scabies
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
Posted in Veterinary problems
Tagged bad breath, cat, cat bite abscess, dog, ear infection, flyblown, fur, infections, rabbit, skin, smell, teeth
