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How do I report side effects from my pet’s medication? 

Adverse effects, or adverse events, include harmful side effects or when a medicine fails to work as intended (lack of efficacy). These effects may impact the treated animal, other animals, people handling the medicine, or the environment. Pets can experi…

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Why is my Dog's Skin Always Worse in Summer? 

Ever had an itch you just can’t scratch? Then you’ll probably sympathise with dogs that have skin disease. And just like some people with skin conditions, some dogs’ skin is worse in summer. Why is this? What can be done to keep your dog comfy in summer?  …

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Designed and run by vets, the Vet Help Direct animal symptom checker directs you to personalised first aid advice and clear guidelines about when to contact the vet. Easy and fun to use, Vet Help Direct is the online source of reliable vet advice for concerned pet owners, horse owners and farmers.

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Best UK vets awards

The awards are held annually and recognise veterinary practices across the UK that achieve exceptional customer satisfaction. The awards are hosted by us, VetHelpDirect.com – an independent vet reviewing platform and directory website.

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