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• Pyometra (infected womb) in dogs

  A pyometra is a womb infection – a very serious condition, common in unneutered, female dogs. Treatment for a pyometra includes emergency surgery to remove the womb, a fluid drip and medication.

• Dog neutering: a guide to castration and spaying

  Neutering’ is an operation to remove the testicles or ovaries from a dog. Most dogs can be neutered from 6 months old.

• Fleas on dogs

  Fleas are tiny insects that live on dogs, cats and in your home. They are much more common in the summer months (April - September).

• Ticks on dogs

  Ticks are parasites that feed on animal and human blood. They can also transmit diseases such as Lyme disease.

• Ticks on cats

  If you spot a tick on your cat, it’s important to remove it quickly and properly, using the right equipment.