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Claw trimming can be a simple part of cat care, yet many cats react strongly when their paws are held. A sudden struggle may turn a routine manicure into a…
A dog that suddenly falls over can leave any owner frightened and unsure what to do. Seizures and fainting spells, also called syncope, may look similar for a…
Keeping a cat or dog indoors reduces many risks, but it does not create a parasite-free environment. Worm eggs, protozoa and other microscopic organisms can…
Arthritis can make an ordinary veterinary visit exhausting for an older dog or cat. Getting up from a favourite bed, walking across a car park and waiting in a…
A parakeet that suddenly becomes quiet deserves attention. Budgies are naturally vocal, so a drop in chirping, singing, or playful chatter can reflect stress,…
A dog’s ears can reveal how strongly their skin and immune system are reacting to the environment. When pollen, grasses, mould spores or other seasonal…
A house-call veterinarian can examine your pet in a familiar setting, without the carrier, car journey and noisy clinic waiting room. A little preparation…
A cloudy or bluish film over an older dog’s eye can look alarming, especially when it appears to develop within a few weeks. In many cases, the change is…
A home veterinary visit can be easier for your cat than a trip in a carrier, but it changes the way you manage the household. The litter box remains part of…
Insulinoma is a common pancreatic disease in older ferrets, caused by abnormal cells producing too much insulin. The resulting drop in blood glucose, known as…