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Grooming a Labrador and grooming a Bichon Frise are two entirely different undertakings. The tools required, the frequency of maintenance, and the…
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Grooming a Labrador and grooming a Bichon Frise are two entirely different undertakings. The tools required, the frequency of maintenance, and the…

Nail care is one of the most neglected aspects of home dog grooming, yet the consequences of skipping it are surprisingly serious. When nails grow too…

Eye drops and ointments are a common part of treatment for a range of feline eye conditions, including conjunctivitis, corneal ulcers, uveitis, and dry…

The short answer is: rarely. Cats are among the most dedicated self-groomers in the animal kingdom, spending up to 50 per cent of their waking hours…

A dog's ear canal is shaped like an L, which makes it a natural trap for moisture, debris, and wax. Unlike human ears, which are relatively…

Heart disease affects an estimated 10% of dogs in the UK, making it one of the most common health conditions veterinary professionals encounter. As a…

There is no single answer that applies to every dog, and this is one area where a lot of owners either overbath or significantly underbath their pets.…

Most cats are remarkably good at keeping themselves clean, but the ears are one area where they genuinely cannot manage on their own. Debris, wax, and…

Few things frustrate cat owners more than finding wet patches on the bed, puddles behind the sofa, or damp spots on the bathroom floor. The instinct…

Dilated cardiomyopathy, known as DCM, is a disease of the heart muscle rather than the valves. In dogs with DCM, the walls of the ventricles — the…

Feline asthma is one of the most common chronic respiratory conditions in cats, affecting an estimated one to five per cent of the feline population.…

If your dog has suddenly lost the ability to walk in a straight line, is tilting its head to one side, and appears to be spinning or falling,…

Spondylosis deformans is a degenerative condition of the spine characterised by the formation of bony spurs — known as osteophytes — along the edges of…

Progressive retinal atrophy, known as PRA, is a group of inherited eye conditions that cause the photoreceptor cells of the retina to degenerate over…

Canine physiotherapy, also known as veterinary or canine rehabilitation therapy, has evolved from a niche specialism into a well-established branch of…

The patella, or kneecap, is a small bone embedded within the quadriceps tendon that slides up and down within a groove called the trochlear sulcus as…

Glaucoma is one of the most serious eye conditions a dog can develop, and it is also one of the cruelest — because by the time many owners notice…

Walk down the pet food aisle and you will notice that protein content has become a primary selling point. Formulas advertising 40%, 50%, or even 60%…

Elbow dysplasia is an umbrella term used to describe a group of developmental conditions affecting the elbow joint in dogs. Rather than a single…

Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological conditions affecting dogs, with estimates suggesting it impacts around 0.6 to 0.75 per cent of the…

Your dog's eyes are remarkably complex organs, and like any complex system, they're vulnerable to a range of conditions that can affect comfort,…

Every dog owner has seen those small crusty bits collected in the inner corner of their dog's eyes first thing in the morning. In most cases, this is…

Most cat owners are familiar with the sight of a pale, filmy membrane creeping across the inner corner of their cat's eye. This is the third eyelid —…

Degenerative myelopathy, commonly referred to as DM, is a progressive and ultimately fatal neurological disease affecting the spinal cord of dogs. It…
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