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Gastroenteritis in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
23rd September 2020
Gastroenteritis in dogs refers to the inflammation of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, specifically the stomach and intestines. Dogs with gastroenteritis…
Causes of Dogs’ Excessive Drinking
20th September 2020
How much water should a dog drink a day? When can you say that a dog is excessively drinking? Water…
Bringing a New Guinea Pig Home: How to Interact with a Cavy
19th September 2020
There is nothing that pet owners want more after bringing a new guinea pig home than to pet it. But…
All Your Questions Answered on Conjunctivitis in Dogs
18th September 2020
Conjunctivitis refers to the infection of the eye's conjunctiva, a mucous membrane covering the lines of the eyelid and eyeball.…
Heat Stroke in Dogs: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
15th September 2020
Hot days and summer months are a good time to enjoy the great outdoors with your dog. However, it may…
Addison’s Disease in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments
11th September 2020
Addison's disease in dogs is characterized by the decrease in the production of hormones by the adrenal glands. The disease…
Toy Poodle Facts Every Poodle Owner Should Know
6th September 2020
Opting for smaller dog breeds is becoming a trend especially among city dwellers. The Kennel Club Secretary Caroline Kisko reminded…
Heart Murmur in Dogs: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
4th September 2020
Heart murmur occurs when extra heart vibrations are produced, which lead to abnormal heart sounds. It is often a symptom…
Colitis in Dogs: Types, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
28th August 2020
Colitis is a common digestive problem in dogs. Whilst it does not often lead to fatal consequences, this condition can…
What Do You Do When Your Dog Is Limping?
23rd August 2020
Is your dog limping all of a sudden? Like us, lameness can be a result from a number of reasons.…
Cat Illnesses and Their 15 Subtle Signs
22nd August 2020
Cats, being solitary, are often believed to be independent creatures. Whilst it is true that they have a self-sufficient attitude,…
Conjunctivitis in Cats: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatments
21st August 2020
Conjunctivitis in cats or pink eye is a common eye problem characterised by the inflammation of the conjunctiva, which is…