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Blog Purzi
Guides, tips and resources on dog health, nutrition and behaviour. Written for owners who want to truly understand their dog.
130 articles
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🫀 Dog Hepatitis: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
Canine hepatitis can be acute or chronic, infectious or toxic. Learn to recognise it and how to protect your dog's liver.
27 June 2026
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🫁 Dog Pneumonia: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
Canine pneumonia is a respiratory emergency. Learn to recognise the signs early and how treatment works.
27 June 2026
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💧 Dog Ascites: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
Ascites is an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity of dogs. Learn the warning signs, causes, and how vets treat this serious condition.
27 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
🩸 Dog Thrombocytopenia: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
Thrombocytopenia means a low platelet count and can lead to dangerous bleeding in dogs. Learn how to recognise the signs and what treatment involves.
27 June 2026
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🚨 Dog Peritonitis: Symptoms, Causes and Emergency Treatment
Peritonitis is a life-threatening inflammation of the abdominal lining in dogs. Learn the warning signs and why this is a veterinary emergency that cannot wait.
27 June 2026
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🐾 How to Clean Your Dog's Paws After a Walk: Complete Guide
Your dog's paws pick up contaminants, foxtails, toxic products, and parasites on every walk. Learn how to clean them properly and why it matters for their health.
27 June 2026
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🔬 Dog Mammary Tumour: Signs, Types and Treatment
Mammary tumours are the most common neoplasm in unspayed female dogs. Learn to detect them early and what the science says about preventive spaying.
24 June 2026
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🔬 Dog Prostate Enlargement (BPH): Symptoms and Treatment
Benign prostatic hyperplasia affects 80 % of intact male dogs over 5 years old. Here are the key symptoms and why castration is the best treatment.
24 June 2026
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🌸 Dog Pollen Allergy: Symptoms, Seasons and Treatment
Pollen allergy is the most common cause of seasonal itching in dogs. Learn to recognise it, which pollens trigger it and how to relieve your dog.
24 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
🍖 Homemade Dog Treats: Healthy Recipes and Safe Ingredients
Making dog treats at home is easy, affordable and healthy. Here are the best recipes and the ingredients you must never use.
24 June 2026
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🐾 Interdigital cysts in dogs: causes, symptoms and treatment
Interdigital cysts are inflamed lumps between your dog's toes. Learn to spot them, what causes them and when they need vet treatment.
24 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
🦴 Spondylosis in dogs: symptoms, back pain and treatment options
Spondylosis deformans is the formation of bone bridges along your dog's spine. Common in large breeds and senior dogs. Complete guide to symptoms and management.
24 June 2026🏥 Health5 min
🔬 Whipworm in dogs (Trichuris vulpis): symptoms, treatment and prevention
Trichuris vulpis, the whipworm, is an intestinal parasite causing chronic bloody diarrhoea in dogs. Learn to detect and eliminate it effectively.
24 June 2026
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🦠 Ehrlichiosis in dogs: symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Ehrlichiosis is a tick-borne disease caused by Ehrlichia canis, common in southern Europe. Learn to recognise the symptoms and how it's treated with doxycycline.
24 June 2026
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🚨 Babesiosis in dogs: symptoms, emergency signs and treatment
Canine babesiosis destroys red blood cells and can be fatal within hours. Learn the warning signs, how it's diagnosed and how it's treated urgently.
24 June 2026
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⚠️ Pyometra in female dogs: symptoms, emergency signs and surgery
Pyometra is a life-threatening uterine infection in unspayed dogs that can be fatal within days. Learn the warning signs and why it is a veterinary emergency.
24 June 2026
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👁️ Corneal ulcer in dogs: symptoms, treatment and when it's an emergency
A corneal ulcer is a wound on the surface of your dog's eye that can deteriorate rapidly. Learn to recognise the signs and why prompt vet care matters.
24 June 2026
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🦴 Elbow dysplasia in dogs: symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options
Elbow dysplasia is a developmental joint condition causing forelimb lameness in young large-breed dogs. A complete guide to symptoms and surgical vs medical management.
24 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
🔬 Mast cell tumour in dogs: symptoms, grading and treatment options
Mast cell tumours are the most common skin tumour in dogs. They range from benign to highly aggressive depending on grade. A complete owner's guide.
24 June 2026🏥 Health5 min
👂 Ear hematoma in dogs: the swollen, fluid-filled ear — causes and treatment
An ear haematoma is a blood-filled swelling on your dog's ear flap caused by head shaking or scratching. Learn what causes it and how it's treated.
24 June 2026
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🫁 Tracheal collapse in dogs: the goose-honk cough in small breeds — causes and treatment
Tracheal collapse is a common respiratory condition in toy and miniature breeds causing a characteristic goose-honk cough. Complete guide to symptoms and management.
24 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
🧪 Cushing's Disease in Dogs: Symptoms, Pot Belly and Treatment Options
Cushing's syndrome causes a chronic cortisol excess that reshapes your dog's body. It's treatable, but requires accurate diagnosis and careful monitoring for life.
24 June 2026
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💤 My Dog Snores: Causes, Predisposed Breeds and When to See a Vet
Dog snoring can be harmless or a sign of airway obstruction. Find out what's normal, which breeds snore most and when to seek veterinary advice.
24 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
🦴 Osteosarcoma in Dogs: Symptoms, Amputation and Chemotherapy
Osteosarcoma is the most common bone cancer in dogs. It mainly affects large and giant breeds and is highly aggressive. Learn the signs and what to expect from treatment.
24 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
🐾 Perianal Fistulas in Dogs: Symptoms, Treatment and the German Shepherd Connection
Perianal fistulas are chronic infected tracts around the anus, most common in German Shepherds. They cause severe pain and require long-term treatment.
24 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
🧠 Wobbler Syndrome in Dogs: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Wobbler syndrome causes cervical instability and progressive gait problems. It mainly affects large and giant breeds like Great Danes and Dobermanns.
24 June 2026
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❤️ Subaortic Stenosis in Dogs (SAS): Heart Murmur, Symptoms and Treatment
Subaortic stenosis is the most common congenital heart defect in dogs. Many cases are found through a puppy heart murmur. Learn how it is managed and when intervention helps.
24 June 2026🏥 Health5 min
🦷 Masticatory Muscle Myositis in Dogs (MMM): Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
MMM is an autoimmune disease that causes jaw pain and temporal muscle wasting. Early treatment is key — most dogs make a good recovery.
24 June 2026
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💗 Dilated Cardiomyopathy in Dogs (DCM): Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
DCM is the most common heart muscle disease in large breeds. Many dogs die suddenly before any symptoms appear. Annual Holter + echo screening is the key to catching it early.
24 June 2026
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👁️ Cherry Eye in Dogs: Third Eyelid Gland Prolapse — Causes and Surgery
Cherry eye is the prolapse of the nictitating membrane gland, appearing as a red lump in the inner corner of the eye. Surgical repositioning is the only correct treatment.
24 June 2026🏥 Health5 min
👁️ Entropion in Dogs: Inward-Rolling Eyelid — Breeds, Symptoms and Surgery
Entropion is the inward rolling of the eyelid that causes eyelashes to rub against the cornea. Without treatment it leads to chronic pain and serious corneal ulcers.
24 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
🩸 Von Willebrand Disease in Dogs: Hereditary Bleeding Disorder Explained
Von Willebrand disease (vWD) is the most common hereditary bleeding disorder in dogs. Many cases are mild, but it can cause dangerous bleeding during surgery or trauma.
24 June 2026🏥 Health8 min
🚨 Dog first aid: what to do in the most common emergencies
Knowing what to do — and what NOT to do — in the first minutes of an emergency can save your dog's life. A practical guide to the most critical situations.
24 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
💉 Dog vaccination schedule: which vaccines does your puppy need and when?
Core vs non-core vaccines, puppy timelines, booster intervals — a clear guide to protecting your dog from the most common and dangerous infectious diseases.
24 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
🦟 Dog deworming and parasite control: when, how often and which products to use
Parasite control protects your dog and your family. A clear guide to deworming schedules, flea and tick prevention, and the products that actually work.
24 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
🛁 Dog grooming at home: how to bathe, brush, cut nails and clean ears
Regular grooming is not just about looks — it prevents infections, reveals early health problems and strengthens your bond. A practical step-by-step guide.
24 June 2026🏥 Health5 min
🌸 Female dog in heat: signs, duration, care and how to prevent unwanted pregnancies
The first season can catch new owners off guard. Learn to recognise the phases, how long it lasts, how to manage it, and your options for preventing unwanted litters.
24 June 2026🏥 Health5 min
🦷 Puppy teething: when adult teeth come in and how to manage the biting
A puppy that chews everything is not misbehaving — they are teething. Learn the timeline, what to expect, and how to redirect biting to the right objects.
24 June 2026
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🦴 Osteosarcoma in dogs: symptoms, treatment options and prognosis
Osteosarcoma is the most common and one of the most aggressive bone cancers in dogs. Early diagnosis, treatment options and what owners need to know.
24 June 2026🏥 Health5 min
💧 Dog urinary incontinence: causes, diagnosis and treatment options
Incontinence is not always a training problem — it often has treatable medical causes. How to tell the difference and what actually helps.
24 June 2026
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🐾 Dog paw health: interdigital cysts, pad injuries and everyday care
Paws are the hardest-working part of your dog's body. Learn to recognise the most common problems and know when they need veterinary attention.
24 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
🔍 Dog skin problems: the most common causes and how to identify them
Skin is the dog's largest organ and the first to show both local and internal problems. A guide to recognising the most common dermatological conditions.
24 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
🧠 Canine cognitive dysfunction: dog dementia symptoms, diagnosis and care
Canine cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CDS) is the dog equivalent of Alzheimer's disease. Learn to recognise early signs and what your vet can do to help.
24 June 2026
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👁️ Dog conjunctivitis: symptoms, causes and treatment
Conjunctivitis is the most common eye problem in dogs. Learn to tell the causes apart (allergic, bacterial, viral) and when urgent vet attention is needed.
24 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
👁️ Dog Glaucoma: Symptoms, Treatment and Preventing Blindness
Canine glaucoma is an ocular emergency that can cause irreversible blindness within 24-72 hours. Know the warning signs and treatment options.
23 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
🔬 Malassezia in Dogs: Yeast Dermatitis, Itching and Treatment
Malassezia dermatitis is one of the most common causes of itching and intense odour in dogs. Here's how to recognise and treat it.
23 June 2026🏥 Health5 min
🫁 Kennel Cough in Dogs: Symptoms, Contagion and Treatment
Kennel cough is highly contagious but rarely serious. Learn to recognise it, when it clears up on its own and when antibiotics are needed.
23 June 2026🏥 Health8 min
☠️ Toxic Foods for Dogs: Complete List and Emergency Action
Grapes, chocolate, xylitol, garlic, onions — and many more. This complete guide tells you which foods are dangerous for your dog and what to do in an emergency.
23 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
🔬 Dog Pyoderma: Bacterial Skin Infection and Treatment
Pyoderma is the most common bacterial skin disease in dogs. Learn to recognise the different types and what antibiotic your vet will prescribe.
23 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
🔬 Giardia in Dogs: Symptoms, Treatment and Zoonosis Risk
Giardia is a common intestinal parasite in puppies. Learn how to recognise it, how it is diagnosed and whether it can spread to people.
23 June 2026
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🦷 Dog Dental Disease: Symptoms, Brushing and Professional Cleaning
80% of dogs over 3 years old have some degree of periodontal disease. Learn to spot the signs and how good oral hygiene can save their teeth — and their heart.
22 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
💧 Dog Urinary Tract Infection (UTI): Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
UTIs are very common in dogs, especially females. Learn the symptoms, which bacteria are responsible and when to see a vet.
22 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
👁️ Dog Cataracts: Symptoms, Surgery and What to Expect
Cataracts cloud the lens and can lead to blindness. Learn how to spot them, when surgery is the right call and how to care for a vision-impaired dog.
22 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
🧬 Addison's Disease in Dogs: Symptoms, Crisis and Treatment
Hypoadrenocorticism is rare but potentially fatal. Called "the great imitator", it mimics dozens of other conditions. Here's the essential guide.
22 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
🌿 Dog Atopy: Environmental Allergy, Symptoms and Treatment
Atopy is the most common allergy in dogs — itchy skin, red paws, chronic ear infections. Here's a complete management plan.
21 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
👁️ Dog Conjunctivitis: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Red eyes, discharge and swollen eyelids in your dog. Conjunctivitis is very common and has many causes — here's how to tell them apart and treat each one.
21 June 2026
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🔬 Dog Demodicosis: Demodex Mange — Symptoms and Treatment
Demodex mange does not spread to people or other dogs. Learn to recognise the signs and how it's successfully treated.
21 June 2026
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⚖️ Dog Obesity: Causes, Risks and a Real Weight Loss Plan
Over 40 % of dogs are overweight. Obesity can shorten a dog's life by up to 2.5 years. Here's a practical plan to reach the ideal weight.
21 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
🩺 Dog Pancreatitis: Symptoms, Diet and Treatment
Pancreatitis can range from mild to life-threatening. Learn to spot the signs, what triggers attacks and the critical low-fat diet for recovery.
21 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
💧 Dog Bladder Stones: Symptoms, Types and Treatment
Bladder and urethral stones cause pain and can block the urinary tract. Here's what you need to know about the most common types and how to prevent them.
21 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
👁️ Conjunctivitis in Dogs: Symptoms, Types and Treatment
Red eyes, discharge, squinting — conjunctivitis is one of the most common eye conditions in dogs. Learn the types, how it is diagnosed and when it is urgent.
20 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
🔬 Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) in Dogs: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
Straining to urinate, blood in urine, frequent trips outside — UTIs are among the most common reasons dogs visit the vet. Learn to recognise the signs and when it becomes serious.
20 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
🧪 Addison's Disease in Dogs: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Lifelong Management
Hypoadrenocorticism is veterinary medicine's 'great imitator'. Learn to recognise its vague symptoms, what an Addisonian crisis looks like and how to manage it long-term.
20 June 2026
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🐾 Umbilical Hernia in Dogs: Symptoms, Sizes and When Surgery Is Needed
Umbilical hernias are the most common congenital defect in puppies. Most are small and harmless — but some need urgent surgery. Learn how to tell the difference.
20 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
🌿 Ticks on Dogs: How to Remove Them Safely, Prevention and Diseases They Carry
Summer is peak tick season. Learn how to remove a tick correctly, which diseases ticks transmit to dogs, and which preventative products actually work.
20 June 2026
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🌡️ Heatstroke in Dogs: Symptoms, First Aid and How to Prevent It
Heatstroke kills dogs every summer. Learn to recognise the signs before it is too late, what to do in the first minutes and how to keep your dog safe in hot weather.
20 June 2026🏥 Health5 min
🐾 Dog Paws on Hot Pavement: Burns, Signs and How to Protect Them
Tarmac can reach 60°C in summer and burn paw pads in seconds. Learn how to spot burns, treat them correctly and protect your dog on hot days.
20 June 2026🏥 Health5 min
💧 Dog Hydration in Summer: How Much Water They Need and Signs of Dehydration
A dehydrated dog can deteriorate fast in summer heat. Learn how much water your dog needs, how to spot dehydration early and practical tricks to get them drinking more.
20 June 2026🏥 Health5 min
🏊 Dog Pools in Summer: Types, Safety Rules and How to Teach Your Dog to Swim
A paddling pool is one of the best summer investments for your dog: it cools, tires and entertains. What options exist, what safety rules matter and how to introduce a nervous dog to water.
20 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
💊 Spot-On vs Tablets: Which Parasite Prevention Is Best for Your Dog?
Spot-ons, chewable tablets, collars — the choice is overwhelming. We compare each format for ticks, fleas and more, and explain what works best for each situation.
20 June 2026🏥 Health5 min
☀️ Dog Sunscreen: When Your Dog Needs It and How to Apply It Safely
Dogs can get sunburned — especially short-coated breeds or those with pink skin. Which areas to protect, which products are safe and what ingredients to avoid.
20 June 2026🏥 Health5 min
🍖 Dangerous Foods for Dogs in Summer: BBQ, Ice Cream and Seasonal Fruit
Summer is full of food temptations for your dog — many of them dangerous. What never to give at a BBQ, which ice cream is safe and which seasonal fruits are toxic.
20 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
🏃 Dog Exercise in Summer: When It's Safe, When to Stop and Heat Warning Signs
Heat changes the rules for exercising dogs. Learn the safe windows for running or walking, the signs that your dog is struggling and how to adapt your summer routine.
20 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
🩹 Dog First Aid on Holiday: Essential Kit and What to Do in Emergencies
On holiday, the vet may be far away. A basic kit and knowing what to do for cuts, heatstroke, bites or choking could save your dog's life.
20 June 2026
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🦠 Dog Parvovirus: Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention
Parvovirus is one of the most dangerous diseases for puppies. Learn to recognise the signs and why vaccination is non-negotiable.
20 June 2026🏥 Health8 min
🥩 BARF Diet for Dogs: A Complete Beginner's Guide
The BARF diet (raw meaty bones) divides dog owners. Here's what science says, the real benefits, the risks, and how to do it safely.
20 June 2026🏥 Health8 min
😟 Dog Separation Anxiety: Real Symptoms and Real Solutions
Your dog barks, destroys furniture or goes to the toilet indoors when you leave? That's separation anxiety. Here's a step-by-step treatment plan.
20 June 2026
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🦟 Leishmaniasis in Dogs: Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention
Leishmaniasis affects millions of dogs in the Mediterranean. Learn the warning signs and how to protect your dog from sandfly bites.
20 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
⚕️ Dog Neutering & Spaying: When to Do It and What to Expect
Neutering has clear health benefits, but the best age depends on your dog's size and breed. Here's what the science actually says.
20 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
⚡ Dog Epilepsy: What to Do During a Seizure and Long-Term Treatment
Watching your dog have a seizure is terrifying. Here's exactly what to do in the moment, what not to do, and how epilepsy is managed long-term.
20 June 2026🏥 Health8 min
🦴 Hip Dysplasia in Dogs: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Hip dysplasia is the most common orthopaedic disease in large breeds. Learn the warning signs and the full range of treatments — from physio to surgery.
20 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
🦴 Dog Arthritis and Osteoarthritis: Symptoms, Treatment and Quality of Life
Osteoarthritis is the leading cause of chronic pain in older dogs — and most owners mistake the signs for "just getting old." Here's how to spot it and help.
20 June 2026🏥 Health5 min
😴 How Many Hours Do Dogs Sleep? What's Normal and When to Worry
Dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day on average — but puppies sleep even more, and senior dogs often need 16+ hours. Know what's normal for your dog's age, breed and activity level.
19 June 2026🏥 Health5 min
🚗 Dog Left in a Hot Car (UK): The Law, What to Do, and Why It's Dangerous
A parked car can reach 47°C on a 22°C day in the UK. What the law says, what you can do if you see a dog in a hot car, and the first aid steps if it's already in distress.
19 June 2026🏥 Health5 min
🔬 UTI in Dogs: Symptoms, Causes and When to See a Vet
Urinary tract infections are one of the most common reasons dogs visit the vet. Frequent urination, blood in urine, straining — what the signs mean and how urgent they are.
19 June 2026🏥 Health5 min
💤 My Dog Is Snoring: Is It Normal? Causes and When to See a Vet
Most dog snoring is harmless. But in some breeds and situations it can signal a respiratory issue that needs treatment. How to tell the difference.
19 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
😨 Dog Shaking and Trembling: Causes, Meaning and When to Worry
Dogs shake for many reasons — cold, fear, excitement, pain or illness. This guide helps you tell benign trembling from a serious warning sign.
19 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
🐾 Dog Limping: Causes by Leg Position and When to See the Vet
Is your dog limping suddenly or gradually? Front leg or back leg tells a very different story. Here's how to assess it at home and when to go to the vet.
19 June 2026🏥 Health8 min
🦟 Dog Fleas: Signs, Treatment and Prevention — Complete Guide
One flea means hundreds in your home. This complete guide covers how to identify a flea infestation, treat your dog effectively, and eliminate fleas from your home for good.
19 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
🐾 Dog Licking Paws Constantly: Causes, Meaning and What to Do
Persistent paw licking always has a cause — allergies, yeast infection, anxiety or pain. This guide helps you identify which and what to do next.
19 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
🤧 Kennel Cough: Symptoms, Treatment and How Long It Lasts
Kennel cough sounds alarming but is usually mild and self-limiting. Learn the signs, when to see the vet, how long it lasts and how to prevent it.
19 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
💧 Dog Drinking Too Much Water: Causes of Polydipsia and When to See the Vet
A dog that suddenly drinks much more than usual may have diabetes, kidney disease or Cushing syndrome. Here is how to assess it and what the vet will check.
19 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
🔬 Mange in Dogs: Sarcoptic vs Demodectic — Symptoms, Treatment and Contagion
Sarcoptic mange is intensely itchy and can spread to people. Demodectic mange cannot. Here is how to tell them apart and what each requires.
19 June 2026🏥 Health5 min
🦷 Puppy Teething: Age, Symptoms and How to Help Your Puppy Through It
Puppies lose their 28 baby teeth and grow 42 adult teeth between 3 and 7 months. This guide covers the timeline, what is normal, and how to relieve the discomfort.
19 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
🔬 Dog Has a Lump: Types, What They Mean and When to See the Vet
Most lumps on dogs are benign — lipomas, cysts or warts. But some are malignant and the appearance alone cannot tell you which. Here is how to assess any new lump.
19 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
👁️ Dog Cataracts: Symptoms, Causes, Surgery and When to Act
Cataracts are a leading cause of blindness in dogs but surgery is highly successful when performed at the right time. Here is what every owner needs to know.
19 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
🦴 Hip Dysplasia in Dogs: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Hip dysplasia is one of the most common joint conditions in large breed dogs. Early diagnosis and the right management plan make an enormous difference to quality of life.
19 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
🤢 Dog Vomiting: Causes, When to Worry and What to Do
Most dog vomiting is harmless and short-lived. But repeated, bloody or forceful vomiting needs urgent attention. This guide helps you tell the difference.
19 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
💧 Dog Diarrhea: Causes, Home Treatment and When to See the Vet
Most dog diarrhea resolves at home in 24–48 hours. But bloody diarrhea, a puppy with diarrhea, or diarrhea with vomiting needs prompt veterinary attention.
19 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
🐾 Atopic Dermatitis in Dogs: Symptoms, Triggers and Treatment Options
Atopy is the most common cause of chronic itching in dogs. It cannot be cured but it can be effectively managed. Here is what every owner needs to know.
19 June 2026🏥 Health5 min
🦷 Dog Bad Breath: Causes, Dental Disease and When It's Serious
Bad breath in dogs isn't normal or inevitable. It usually signals dental disease, but sometimes points to kidney failure, diabetes or oral tumours. Here's how to tell.
19 June 2026🏥 Health8 min
🩺 Pancreatitis in Dogs: Symptoms, Diet and Treatment
Pancreatitis can go from a stomach upset to a life-threatening emergency in hours. Learn the warning signs, why high-fat meals are so dangerous, and what a low-fat recovery diet looks like.
19 June 2026🏥 Health9 min
⚡ Dog Epilepsy & Seizures: First Aid, Diagnosis and Long-Term Management
Watching your dog have a seizure is terrifying — but most last under two minutes and end on their own. Here's what to do during the attack, what tests the vet will run, and when medication becomes necessary.
19 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
💧 Urinary Incontinence in Dogs: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment
Finding a wet patch where your dog was sleeping isn't a house-training failure — it's a medical problem. Most causes of canine urinary incontinence have effective treatments.
19 June 2026🏥 Health9 min
🩸 Diabetes in Dogs: Symptoms, Insulin Treatment and Daily Management
Your dog is drinking constantly, eating well but losing weight? These are the classic signs of canine diabetes. Here's what the diagnosis means, how insulin works, and how to build a manageable daily routine.
19 June 2026🏥 Health8 min
🔬 Cushing's Disease in Dogs: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Pot belly, hair loss, constant thirst, frequent urination — Cushing's disease develops slowly and is often mistaken for ageing. Here's how to recognise it and what treatment looks like.
19 June 2026🏥 Health8 min
🦠 Parvovirus in Dogs: Symptoms, Vaccination and Survival Rates
Canine parvovirus kills puppies fast — but it's almost entirely preventable with vaccination. Know the warning signs, understand why early treatment matters, and find out how long the virus survives in your environment.
19 June 2026🏥 Health8 min
🧫 Distemper in Dogs: Symptoms, Vaccination and Prognosis
Canine distemper is one of the most dangerous viral diseases in dogs — attacking the respiratory, digestive and nervous systems, often with permanent consequences. Vaccination is the only reliable protection.
19 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
🦋 Hypothyroidism in Dogs: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Weight gain, lethargy, cold intolerance, hair loss — hypothyroidism develops slowly over months and is often mistaken for ageing. Here's how it's diagnosed and why treatment is so effective.
19 June 2026🏥 Health9 min
🦟 Leishmaniasis in Dogs: Mediterranean Risk, Prevention and Long-Term Management
Travelling to Spain, Italy, Greece or Portugal with your dog? Leishmaniasis is endemic across the Mediterranean and can cause serious, lifelong disease. Here's how to protect your dog and what to do if they test positive.
19 June 2026🏥 Health9 min
🦴 IVDD in Dogs: Symptoms, Grades, Surgery and Recovery
Sudden hind leg weakness, back pain, loss of bladder control — IVDD can progress from stiff back to paralysis in hours. Understanding the grades and when surgery is needed could save your dog's ability to walk.
19 June 2026
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🦠 Leptospirosis in Dogs: Symptoms, Transmission and When to Vaccinate
Leptospirosis spreads through contact with contaminated water and soil — and can pass from dog to human. Learn which dogs are at risk, what symptoms to look for, and why annual vaccination matters.
19 June 2026🏥 Health9 min
❤️ Heart Disease in Dogs: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Persistent cough, rapid fatigue, swollen belly — heart disease in dogs is more common than most owners realise. Here's how to recognise the early signs and what modern cardiology offers.
19 June 2026🏥 Health8 min
🫘 Chronic Kidney Disease in Dogs: Symptoms, Diet and Long-Term Management
Kidneys can lose 75% of their function before obvious symptoms appear. Here's how to spot early signs of CKD in dogs, what a renal diet actually does, and how to slow disease progression.
19 June 2026🏥 Health9 min
🎗️ Cancer in Dogs: Warning Signs, Types and Treatment Options
About half of dogs over 10 will develop cancer. But many canine cancers are treatable — some highly so. Know the warning signs, understand the most common types, and find out what modern veterinary oncology offers.
19 June 2026🏥 Health7 min
🚨 Bloat and GDV in Dogs: Symptoms, Emergency Response and Prevention
GDV — gastric dilatation-volvulus — kills dogs within hours without emergency surgery. It looks like a bloated, uncomfortable belly at first. Knowing the difference could save your dog's life.
19 June 2026🏥 Health8 min
🏥 Neutering and Spaying Dogs: When to Do It, Benefits and Real Risks
Is neutering always the right choice? The evidence is more nuanced than 'always spay/neuter.' Here's what the research says about timing, health effects, and breed-specific considerations.
19 June 2026🏥 Health8 min
💊 Pet Insurance for Dogs: What to Look For and Is It Worth It?
IVDD surgery: £4,000. Cancer treatment: £6,000–£15,000. A torn cruciate: £3,000–£5,000. Pet insurance spreads that risk — if you pick the right policy. Here's what to compare.
19 June 2026🏥 Health5 min
📡 Dog Microchipping: How It Works, Registration and EU Travel Rules
Microchipping is compulsory for dogs in the UK and required for EU travel. Here's how the chip works, why registration matters more than the chip itself, and what you need for travelling abroad.
19 June 2026
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🐕 7 Signs Your Dog Is in Pain That Often Go Unnoticed
Dogs hide pain by instinct. Learn 7 subtle signs many owners mistake for old age or quirks, and how to spot them before they become serious.
18 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
🏥 Preparing your dog for a vet visit: the complete guide
Many dogs arrive at the vet in a panic. With the right preparation — starting weeks before the appointment — you can turn vet visits from terrifying to manageable.
1 June 2026🏥 Health6 min
🐾 Senior dog care: how to support your dog through their golden years
Older dogs have specific needs that shift with age. Learn when a dog is considered senior, what veterinary checks they need and how to improve their quality of life.
24 May 2026🏥 Health6 min
🦷 Dog dental care: how to clean your dog’s teeth and prevent disease
By the age of three, 80% of dogs have some degree of periodontal disease. Yet it is the most preventable condition we see. Here’s how to look after your dog’s mouth at home.
23 May 2026🏥 Health5 min
🕷️ Tick on your dog: how to remove it safely and what to do next
A tick on your dog can transmit serious disease if it is not removed properly. Learn the safe technique, the mistakes to avoid and when to call the vet.
22 May 2026🏥 Health7 min
🌸 Seasonal Allergies in Dogs UK: Why Your Dog Is Itching in Spring
Atopic dermatitis, pollen and dust mites — UK costs for Apoquel and Cytopoint, when to see a derm specialist, and what diet trials actually prove.
31 May 2025🏥 Health7 min
🚑 UK Dog Emergencies: When to Call the Out-of-Hours Vet (and What It Costs)
Triage your dog's symptoms, find a Vets Now or local OOH clinic, real UK costs and what to do in the car on the way there.
30 May 2025🏥 Health7 min
☀️ Dog Heatstroke: Prevention and First Aid (UK Summer Guide)
British summers are getting hotter and dog heatstroke deaths are rising. Symptoms, first-aid steps, when to call the emergency vet, and risk breeds.
26 May 2025🏥 Health7 min
🕷️ Ticks and Lyme Disease in Dogs: 2025 UK Survival Guide
When tick season starts, what really kills the parasites, how to remove one safely and when to suspect Lyme disease. Real costs and UK products.
25 May 2025🏥 Health7 min
💉 Dog Vaccines 2025: UK Schedule, Costs and What Actually Changed
WSAVA 2024 guidelines, what your vet should be giving, titre testing and average UK prices. A no-nonsense guide for dog owners.
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