Blogs About Dogs

Anal gland problems in dogs explained: why dogs scoot, when blocked glands turn urgent, and what vets do.

Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas and can range from mild to severe. Here are the signs and when to act.

Distemper is a serious viral illness that is now rare in the UK. Learn the signs, how it spreads and why vaccination matters.

What poisoning in dogs is, the common household poisons, the signs to watch for and why you should ring your vet straight away.

What leptospirosis is, how dogs catch it, the signs to watch for and why the yearly vaccine matters.

Elbow dysplasia is a painful growth problem in a dog’s elbow joint. Here are the signs, breeds affected and how vets diagnose and manage it.

Roundworm, tapeworm and lungworm explained: signs, how dogs catch them, and why your vet should choose the wormer.

Lungworm in dogs is a parasite caught from slugs and snails that can cause serious illness, so speak to your vet about prevention.

Heart disease in dogs is often mitral valve disease, a leaky valve. Here are the signs, how vets check and when to call.

Glaucoma is a painful build-up of pressure inside a dog’s eye that can lead to blindness. Here are the signs and why to call your vet quickly.