An abscess is an enclosed area of pus caused by a bacterial infection. Abscesses can develop in different parts of the body and affect dogs of any age. There are many different causes of abscesses. The most common types of abscesses are easy and quick to treat. There are less common types (mostly internal) […]
A cataract is an opacity or clouding of the lens of the eye. Cataracts are variable in size. They can appear in older dogs as well as in younger dogs. Over time, cataracts cause loss of vision and eventually blindness. Cataracts are not only an old age condition. They can lead to inflammation within the […]
Lyme disease is an infectious bacterial disease that can infect dogs and humans through tick bites. You cannot contract the disease from your dog, only from a tick bite. You should remove a tick as soon as you see it, as the longer it stays attached, the greater the risk of disease transmission. Signs of […]
Ear problems are extremely common in dogs. A study has shown that 1 in every 14 dogs suffers from an ear infection every year in the UK. There are many different causes of ear problems, and some dogs may be affected throughout their whole lives. Ear problems can affect dogs of all ages, but some […]
Patellar luxation, also called a slipped or dislocating knee cap, occurs when the kneecap slides or pops out of place from the groove when the knee bends. Depending on the severity, the treatment can range from only exercise control to surgery. Patellar luxation is a common orthopaedic condition describing kneecap dislocation. Most dogs with patella […]
Cat bite abscesses are rare in dogs. Dogs can get different types of abscesses; the most common are: Due to foreign bodies, such as grass seeds or sticks Tooth root abscess, find out more in our Bad breath article Anal gland abscess Tumours leading to secondary infection Bite Wounds from other animals, especially other dogs Abscess of […]
Elbow dysplasia is the most common cause of lameness on the front leg in large-breed young dogs. Although it’s more common in large- and giant-breed dogs, it can also affect small and medium breeds. Dogs with elbow dysplasia often develop arthritis even after surgery, requiring lifelong management. Elbow dysplasia is the name given to a […]
Dogs can develop an allergy to certain ingredients in their food at any point in their lives. Around 10% of allergies in dogs are due to food. The most common signs of food allergies are itchy skin, ear infections, and stomach upsets such as vomiting and diarrhoea. Food allergies are also called cutaneous adverse food […]
Bowel or faecal incontinence happens when a dog cannot control when their poo comes out or when the process of pooing is not following its normal sequence. This is usually due to a problem with the spine or nerve function but may develop spontaneously in senior dogs. There are many possible causes for incontinence, […]
A blocked bladder means your dog is struggling to pee (pass urine) and can only manage a dribble, or nothing at all. They may even pass drops of blood. Stones and crystals are the most common cause of urinary blockages in dogs. Any age, sex or breed can be affected, but it’s most common in […]
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