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Congestive heart failure (CHF) is defined as fluid accumulation caused by an inability of the heart ...

Animal physiotherapists are highly skilled members of the veterinary multidisciplinary team (MDT). U...

Cats with mite infestations present with “reaction patterns”. Unlike dogs, where associated lesions ...

The gastrointestinal (GI) system comprises the mouth, oesophagus, stomach, small intestines (duodenu...

Gastrointestinal emergencies are common in general practice and the underlying problem may be overt ...

Mast cell tumours are the most common form of skin cancer in dogs, accounting for up to 21 percent o...

Exotic animals are inherently prey species and as such hide evidence of minor illnesses. Because of ...

Epilepsy is one of the most common chronic neurological diseases in dogs with a reported prevalence ...

Gastrointestinal (GI) surgery is commonly performed in both first opinion and referral practices. Th...

A common query received at the VDS is whether as a veterinary surgeon we should sign a form authoris...

Imagine this scenario: a post-audit survey of cat owner compliance with annual vaccination recommend...

Disorders of micturition can be caused by diseases affecting the innervation of the bladder (neuroge...

In cases of epileptic seizures in dogs, survival is often more dependent on quality of life and fina...

Acute diarrhoea is a common complaint seen in first-opinion small animal veterinary practice. Despit...

Acute diarrhoea is a common complaint seen in first-opinion small animal veterinary practice. Whilst...

The dog is a social species that has a fundamental drive for social contact (McCrave, 1991). When se...

Constipation is defined as difficult, painful or reduced defecation over a period of time ranging fr...

Imagine this clinical scenario: you create an analgesic protocol for your clinic to ensure rabbits e...

One of the most abiding impressions many new graduates retain about clinical dermatology is how long...

This is a question a lot of vets are facing when treating a dog with hip dysplasia. Surgical options...

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is the most common cause of CHF in cats (Goutal et al., 2010). Som...

Part one of this series covered the diagnosis of early feline chronic kidney disease (CKD). Part two...

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) (Box 1) is a highly prevalent disease in older cats, estimated to affec...

A seven-year-old neutered male crossbreed dog weighing 23kg presents with an acute history of unilat...

An article in the Scottish Daily Record (2019) brought to light the damage that parrots can do to th...

Rabbit haemorrhagic disease (RHD) has regained attention recently due to a new strain causing out-br...

Radiographs can be an excellent tool to assess avian patients, given their non-invasive nature and e...

Epilepsy is the most common chronic neurological disorder in dogs and humans, with many similarities...

Canine hepatopathies are a common problem encountered in primary care practice; however, the diagnos...

To many, dental caries, also known as “dental decay” or “cavities”, is better recognised from person...