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Who "wood" have thought that playing with a simple tree branch or stick could result in such life threatening injuries? With such a vast selection of toys available today for our canine companions it is a wonder why the…

Dogs are famous for their sense of smell. It’s a skill we humans have put to good use, training dogs to sniff out anything from illegal drugs, explosives and currency to lost people and even certain medical conditions. B…

With an average lifespan of 10 – 13 years, it is not uncommon for our pets to develop lumps and bumps at some point in their life. Skin growths come in many shapes and sizes, and some are of more concern than others. But…

Something that is discussed regularly in the veterinary world is zoonotic diseases. Zoonotic diseases are infections that can be passed from animals to humans. Whilst there is a lot of press about some of the more exotic…

Is your puppy approaching teething? If so, it’s important to understand what’s considered normal; and when to seek veterinary advice. Is it normal for my dog to still have puppy teeth? Let’s take a look!…

A yellowing of the skin and other tissues of the body is known as jaundice, but you might also hear the word ‘icterus’ being used to describe this process. The yellow colour is caused by excessive levels of bilirubin, a…