Frequently Asked Questions – Dogs
From the serious conditions to small head-scratchers, we all have questions about our dogs. Whether they’ve eaten something that you’re not sure about or have adopted a strange new behaviour, we’ve compiled some of the most common questions we receive right here.
The answers come from our team of vets. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, be sure to check out our Ask a Vet section to search responses or to ask your own question – it’s free and you’ll get a response. There are also hundreds of articles on our Blog. For more immediate concerns, visit our Dog Symptom Checker or Poisons Guide.
- What might be causing bald patches on my dog?
- Are there alternatives to Elizabethan collars for large dogs?
- Why does my dog eat poop when we’re out on walks?
- Do vets let you visit your dog when it’s in hospital?
- How do you know if your dog has an anal gland issue?
- What’s the best way to get rid of ringworm from a puppy
Latest articles on Dogs
Abnormal Seasons in Dogs and Cats – Could It Be an Ovarian Cyst?
If you’re wanting to breed from your dog or cat, are noticing changes in their behaviour, or are simply interested in reproductive physiology, you may be aware dogs and cats can have abnormal seasons. This irregularity can be caused by many conditions, but one of the more interesting are ovarian cysts. What are ovarian cysts? How do they affect your […]
Hookworms In Dogs: What are they, how do they spread, and how can we treat them?
We often hear about tapeworms in our dogs, but did you know that there are many different types of worms under the umbrella of its ‘sister’…the “roundworm”? A common roundworm which is seen in dogs is the hookworm. These blood sucking worms are a smaller type of roundworm and grow up to 16mm in length. Even though the hookworm is […]
What does it mean if my dog has a high PCV result?
PCV (or packed cell volume) is just one of the many things that vets can test for when looking at your dog’s bloodwork. If you’ve just been told that your dog has a high PCV, then you probably have a few questions! Of course, your vet should be on hand to explain things to you, but just in case […]
Exercising dogs safely in hot weather
Summer is here, and hopefully that means a break from the rain and the chance to spend more time outdoors with our pets! But with temperatures rising sharply (especially this week!), we need to be mindful about heatstroke in dogs. It’s been shown that about 74% of heatstroke cases seen in the UK are exercise-related. But not many owners know that exercise-induced heatstroke […]
What is a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and do they make good pets?
For prospective dog owners, there are a lot of breed options to choose from. Many breeds have been around for hundreds of years, while others, such as the Nova Scotia duck tolling retriever, are relatively new to be recognised. As with any breed, it is worth learning about their traits and personalities before deciding if one is […]
Why Does My Dog Have Inside-Out Warts?
Finding a lump on your dog is often a cause for concern, but there are many kinds of lumps, bumps, spots and dots that a dog can develop on their skin. One unusual kind is a canine inverted papilloma, or endophytic papilloma. Are these strange doughnut-shaped warts something to be worried about? How do they develop? Is there […]