Dogs

Taking on a puppy is a big responsibility - remember it will not stay a puppy for long.

Kennel cough is not a serious disease in most otherwise healthy dogs.

Some entire female dogs and cats develop changes several months after a season.

Cruciate ligament rupture is the famous knee injury of professional footballers. It is surprisingly common in dogs too.

Cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells.

Arthritis is a familiar problem for most vets. A large number of dogs, and an increasing number of cats, suffer from arthritis.

Although Addison's disease can be a very serious disease the changes it causes can be very subtle in the early stages.

Your vet will carry out a 'nose to tail' MOT when your dog is given its annual booster vaccinations.

Neutering is carried out for a variety of reasons including health-related issues, reproduction control and others.

Dental disease is very common in cats and dogs. If left unattended it may cause irreversible damage to the dog's teeth, gums and jaw bones.