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How dogs have changed in 100 years of breeding
A sausage dog’s long back. A Bulldog’s wrinkly face. A Bassett hound’s extra-long ears. These are the features that make a dog breed what it is…or are they?
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Which plants are poisonous to pets?
Our pets are curious by nature, but not everything they explore is harmless. There are some natural hazards our pets face in the form of the plants we see throughout the year.
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Hyperthyroidism in cats
Hyperthyroidism is a condition that causes one or both thyroid glands to become enlarged and overactive. The majority of cases are caused by harmless swellings.
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Painful eye/eye held closed in dogs
Has your dog been blinking excessively, holding an eye shut, showing other signs of eye pain? There are many conditions that can cause painful eye(s), some more serious than others.
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Dogs eat the weirdest things
As any dog owner will tell you, our four-legged friends often get a taste for the strangest things.
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Getting pets ready for when the clocks change
Daylight savings and clock changes can be confusing enough for us, but for our pets it can be an even bigger change.
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Red Eyes and Swollen Eyes in Dogs
Does your dog have red, swollen /inflamed eyes (commonly referred to as pink eye)? Many different conditions can cause redness and swelling in the eyes.
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Cherry eye in dogs
‘Cherry eye’ is a condition in which the gland that produces tears in dogs pops out and sits in in the corner of the eye.
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What to do if your cat/dog can’t pee
Being unable to pass urine is a life threatening condition that requires immediate veterinary attention. Call your vet for advice ASAP if your dog or cat is having trouble peeing.
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Lily's Kitchen lamb cupcakes
Everyone loves a chocolate egg at Easter but this toxic treat can be fatal for dogs. Our friends at Lily's kitchen have come up with a tasty alternative for your four-legged friend!