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• First aid for insect stings

  Insect stings are common in pets, especially in dogs. Stings are not a major problem for most pets, but some pets (just like humans) will develop an allergic reaction.

• Snake bites in cats

  Read our vets' advice on what to do if your cat is bitten by a snake, the kind of snake it was bitten by, first aid for them and when to call a vet.

• Demodex mites in dogs

  Demodex causes red, crusty skin, hair loss and a scaly coat, worst around the eyes and feet. Demodex is normally quite simple to diagnose but treatment can be challenging.

• Skin allergies (atopic dermatitis) in cats

  Atopic dermatitis (atopy) is a skin problem caused by an allergy to something in the environment (such as pollen, moulds, grass or dust mite).

• Hot spots (acute moist dermatitis) in dogs

  Hot spots can appear anywhere on the body and usually look red, angry and wet.