National Pet Day: Guide to pets' seizures and epilepsy

National Pet Day: Guide to pets' seizures and epilepsy

However, if a pet has any seizure-like symptoms or an illness like epilepsy, care and treatment can be a lot more complicated, and require a better understanding of the condition.

Heartbreak for 'bald and chatty' dog shunned in shelter for 400 DAYS over his looks

Heartbreak for 'bald and chatty' dog shunned in shelter for 400 DAYS over his looks

Jay is described as 'quite chatty' when he wants attention but also a 'real softie' (Image: RSPCA)Jay's ideal home would be with no children and where he is the only pet as he struggles around other dogs.

'Cheeky' and 'chatty' terrier still looking for a home after 400 days

'Cheeky' and 'chatty' terrier still looking for a home after 400 days

He’s a real softie (Picture: RSPCA)Jay the West Highland terrier has been patiently waiting 411 days for a loving owner to come along.(Picture: RSPCA)Staff know that it may take Jay a little while to find the right home, but they hope his new owner is just around the corner.

Dog doubles in weight and can only walk for 10 minutes after lockdown

Dog doubles in weight and can only walk for 10 minutes after lockdown

Geraldine, a full-time carer for her son, Harley, 15, and also mum to Redley, 22, and Lewis, 17, said: ‘It’s awful for Paolo, he struggles to walk longer than 10 minutes.

Labrador rushed to vets after falling ill from foam on top of hot tub

Labrador rushed to vets after falling ill from foam on top of hot tub

Cooper was rushed to the vets (Picture: Vets Now)A young dog had to be rushed to the vets after he fell ill when he ate foam from a hot tub.

Dr Christian: ‘Detection dogs could be vital in our fight against Covid’

Dr Christian: ‘Detection dogs could be vital in our fight against Covid’

‘If you think of the bigger picture with the pandemic, these dogs could be a real game-changer.’ (Picture: MDD)As I watched them work, it just seemed like such an obvious thing to do.

Woman killed her dog by punching it in the head four times

Woman killed her dog by punching it in the head four times

Natasha Brown was spared jail South Tyneside Magistrates’ Courtat for killing her dog (Picture: NNP)A woman killed her dog after flying into a fit of rage when her ex-girlfriend spurned her advances.The dog was ‘screaming’ during the attack before it went ‘limp and lifeless’, a court heard.

‘Miracle’ dog missing part of his brain is ‘happiest in the world’

‘Miracle’ dog missing part of his brain is ‘happiest in the world’

She said he is the happiest dog in the world (Picture: Mediadrumimages/ @MooseBoy16/JenniferOsborne) He gets along well with his siblings (Picture: Mediadrumimages/@MooseBoy16/JenniferOsborne)‘By the way Moose acts you wouldn’t think his brain had any issues.

How to check for signs of leishmaniasis in your dog

How to check for signs of leishmaniasis in your dog

‘By being safe, we advise moving the dog to a country of similar disease status or at the very least, check the animal’s health status before you bring him or her over (and test for these so-called non-endemic disases) so that you know what you’re dealing with.’.

Killer compost warning after dogs nearly die eating rotting potatoes

Killer compost warning after dogs nearly die eating rotting potatoes

Cleo (bottom) and Cobi who are on the mend after being rushed to an animal hospital (Picture: PA) Senior PDSA vet Andrew Hunt said of the incident: ‘As foods rot, the mould that occurs can produce compounds called mycotoxins.

Is your pet in pain?

Is your pet in pain?

It’s also important to be aware of the subtle signs – so you can recognise when something is wrong with your pet and bring it to the attention of your veterinarian. A more obvious sign of pain is a normally active pet who becomes sedentary, seems depressed, or is reluctant to play.

Dry Eye in Dogs: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Vet-Recommended Treatment

Dry Eye in Dogs: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Vet-Recommended Treatment

Your veterinarian will then use the hashmarks on the strip to measure how much lubricating fluid the tear glands are producing. If your dog is making less than that and has red, painful eyes, then dry eye is suspected.

What Are Ear Mites in Cats and Dogs?

What Are Ear Mites in Cats and Dogs?

If the ear mite treatment for cats or dogs does not work and possible secondary infections do not heal, then further testing, such as skin biopsies, may be warranted to check for other diseases or allergies. In the past, one of the most common treatments for ear mites in cats, dogs and other pets was Ivermectin.

Will you adopt this gorgeous dog who needs daily pedicures?

Will you adopt this gorgeous dog who needs daily pedicures?

(Picture: Dogs Trust/SWNS.COM)Dogs Trust desperately wants someone to give Snow a new home, and will help with future vet bills for her allergy treatment. (Picture: Dogs Trust/SWNS.COM)Staff at Dogs Trust are hoping that when they realise how much Snow loves her daily spa, someone will come forward and adopt her.

Eliminate Ear Infections in Dogs and Cats

Eliminate Ear Infections in Dogs and Cats

Every week, for the last six months, this client has been cleaning her pet's ears and treating with ear mite medication with no success. After your veterinarian cleans your pet's ears, he/she will prescribe topical ear medication.