Our pet care articles take a deep-dive into popular questions around pet illnesses and treatment options. We post a monthly article to share our knowledge on health concerns and the treatment plans to solve them. Browse these articles to learn more about your pet’s health and wellbeing.
My dog's skin is inflamed and itchy, and he won't stop scratching himself
Up to 15% of dogs are affected by atopic dermatitis, in which an environmental allergen/s triggers a persistent itch. Self-mutilation and secondary infection are usually what send pet owners to the vet looking for answers.
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Mange in cats
My cat is scratching relentlessly and has begun to lose patches of fur. She looks pretty unhappy. What can I do?
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Mange in dogs
My young dog's fur is falling out - it started on her face and around her eyes. She's not scratching a lot, but is feeling under the weather. What could it be?
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Seasonal allergies in pets
My dog is scratching and biting his skin more than usual, sneezing and has watery eyes - and it's only the beginning of the season!
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Understand the life cycle of fleas
How can I get rid of my pet's fleas once and for all?
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Eosinophilic granuloma complex in dogs and cats
My cat has a strange sore - almost like a fever blister - on her upper lip
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My pet lost a patch of fur and developed a massive sore overnight. It looks like a burn wound.
Hotspots (Acute moist dermatitis or moist eczema)
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Acral lick granuloma
My pet does not stop licking his leg and has a huge sore where he licks
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I found a lump on my animal's skin. Is it cancer?
Lumps and Bumps in your Pet
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My Boerboel with its long tail really looks strange. I much prefer a Boerboel with a short tail.
Tail Docking in dogs - Why we as vets do not routinely do it anymore
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