Traditionally carried out by open surgery, spaying involves an incision into the abdomen to remove the uterus and ovaries via what is know as open surgery, meaning that the vets hand will actually enter the abdomen.
Whether your dog is already your best friend or you are considering getting a puppy, we have put together lots of helpful dog advice on topics such as puppy advice, neutering and vaccinations to behaviour, dietary advice, reproduction and more.
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A healthy dog's eyes should be clear, bright, and free from dirt, discharge, and inflammation. However, it is quite common for dog eye problems to occur, here is a guide of how to spot eye problems in your dog and how to provide treatment.
Always follow the instructions given by your Veterinary Surgeon, and be sure to administer the full amount of medication over the number of days as instructed.
It’s not their fault, so the most important advice we can offer is to never scold your senior dog for having an accident.
This is completely normal as our pets get older. Most dogs reach middle age at about the age of seven, but some breeds might start to show the signs of ageing a little earlier.
Think about how many times a day you brush your own teeth, and then compare this with how many times a day you brush your pet’s teeth. Imagine what your teeth would be like after a few months or even years without brushing!
Should I worm my dog? All dogs are susceptible to worms and some types such as heartworm and lungworm, can be very serious.
As far as your dog’s concerned, the vast majority of parasitic infections are merely irritating.
Fleas parasite feed on blood. They are only found on your pet when they're feeding, the rest of the time they live in the environment. They lay their eggs in carpets, rugs, furnishings, skirting boards, and even in between your floor boards.
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