Your dog's health

Dog health advice and tips.

When is the right time to spay?
The best time to spay a bitch is halfway between seasons when her uterus has the least blood supply and her hormone…
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Stay a step ahead of dog thieves
Unfortunately, dog theft is a growing problem that applies to all owners. Certain types of dog are more attractive to…
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Heart failure in dogs
Heart failure is one of the biggest killers of dogs. So when it comes to understanding heart disease, it pays to have…
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Signs of canine dementia
Canine dementia: Symptoms of canine dementia include vocalisation, inappropriate urination, reduced interaction,…
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Can dogs get cataracts?
Dogs can get cataracts. They are an inherited problem in several breeds, but can also occur due to trauma to the lens,…
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Bladder weakness in dogs
Bladder weakness - also known as Sphincter mechanism incontinence (SMI), is when the valve that keeps urine in the…
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Is my dog too thin?
Vet John Burns advises on what your dog's ideal body shape should be...
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Will my dog benefit from acupuncture?
Acupuncture: A cornerstone of traditional Chinese medicine, the practice of acupuncture has been performed on animals…
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What is swimmer's tail?
Swimmer's tail - our experts explain what causes swimmer's tail in dogs and how to treat the condition...
Your dog's health