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Hip dysplasia in dogs: assessment before a treatment decision
Hip dysplasia involves abnormal hip development and looseness that can contribute to pain and arthritis.
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IVDD and back pain: signs that should not wait
Sudden back or neck pain, wobbliness, dragging feet or inability to stand needs prompt veterinary advice.
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BOAS: when flat-faced breathing needs a proper assessment
BOAS means brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome, a breathing problem associated with shortened facial anatomy.
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Tracheal collapse: a cough needs a diagnosis, not a collar guess
A honking cough can occur with tracheal collapse, but its sound alone cannot diagnose the problem.
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Cherry eye in dogs: what the red corner swelling needs
A pink or red swelling at the inner corner of a dog’s eye may be cherry eye, a prolapse of the third-eyelid gland.
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Corneal ulcers: why a sore, squinting eye needs prompt assessment
A squinting, closed, rubbing or suddenly cloudy eye needs prompt veterinary assessment.
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Glaucoma in pets: pressure, pain and urgent eye care
Glaucoma involves raised pressure inside the eye that can cause pain and damage vision.
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Bladder stones: the stone type changes the plan
Bladder stones are not all the same, and their location and composition change the plan.
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Scooting and anal-gland problems: when to ask the vet
Scooting, persistent licking around the bottom, a fishy smell or painful defecation can accompany anal-sac problems, but they do not identify the cause on their own.
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Cats and lilies: call now, even before symptoms appear
If your cat may have chewed a lily, licked its pollen or drunk water from a lily vase, contact an emergency vet immediately.
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My dog ate chocolate: take the wrapper and call the vet
Call a vet promptly if your dog has eaten chocolate or a cocoa-containing product.
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Xylitol and dogs: the sugar-free label worth acting on
If a dog may have eaten xylitol, contact an emergency vet immediately, even before symptoms appear.
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Can I give my pet a human painkiller? Call before opening the bottle
Do not give a dog or cat a human painkiller unless a vet has specifically prescribed that product for that animal.
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A cat tilting their head or losing balance: arrange an assessment
A sudden head tilt, falling, circling or unusual eye movements needs prompt veterinary contact.
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Cat ear mites: confirm the cause before choosing the drops
Ear mites can cause intense scratching and dark ear debris, but debris alone does not confirm them.
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Cloudy eyes and cataracts: what an examination can separate
Not every cloudy eye is a cataract. Learn what to record, when to call urgently and what to ask about an eye examination for your dog or cat.
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Tooth resorption in cats: why the dental X-rays matter
A cat may keep eating despite painful tooth resorption. Understand the role of examination, dental imaging and a clear aftercare plan.
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Feline gingivostomatitis: a plan for a very sore mouth
Chronic mouth inflammation in cats needs more than a tartar explanation. Prepare for examination, dental imaging, treatment decisions and feeding support.
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