Vetstoria

Anal glands (also called anal “sacs”) are 2 small pouches or sacs located around the anus of most carnivores.(...)

In this video we are showing you how to express the anal glands of your dog or your cat. This is often all that is required to relieve the pet who has blocked glands and a build up of secretions. (...)

In this video we are describing the surgical removal of both anal glands in a dog. This procedure might prove(...)

The anti-freeze used in our cars is potentially very toxic. It has a sweet taste and may appeal to both our dogs and our cats. It leads to severe kidney disease and may be fatal. This video will help you prevent such a dramatic event.(...)

Arthritis is a general term standing for is a group of conditions where there is damage caused to a joint. It is also called degenerative joint disease. It is a very common problem that may affect all our pets, especially as they get older.(...)

Cataract is a common eye condition, which occurs frequently in elderly animals. It may also affect younger animals in special circumstances. Cataract can be a debilitating disease and cause blindness.(...)

Chronic Degenerative Radiculo Myelopathy (CDRM) has been described as the most common cause of progressive hind limb dysfunction in older German Shepherd Dogs.(...)

Most people know that chocolate is poisonous to dogs. However we would like to give you more information about this intoxication. The aim of this video is to answer the following questions.(...)

Conjunctivitis is a condition that is commonly encountered in our pets, and can occur in animals of any age. This podcast aims to describe the symptoms and causes of this painful eye condition as well as the available treatment options.(...)

The knee is prone to a number of injuries. One of the most common knee injury in dogs is a ruptured cruciate ligament.(...)

In the UK, flea allergy is considered the most common single cause for consultation of a veterinarian. People sometimes get offended when a diagnosis of flea allergy is made. They believe the vet is suggesting that their pet is a flea bag.(...)

Feeding human foodstuff to our pets may prove dangerous for their health. We have already dedicated a whole podcast on the topic of chocolate poisoning. Well, it isn’t the only potential risk with feeding human food to animals.(...)

There are various forms of glaucoma that can affect our pets, and the most common forms in pets are not the same as the human form of the disease. However, just like in people, glaucoma in pets result in increased pressure inside the affected eye.(...)

Heat stroke is a condition occurring when the body temperature of a dog or a cat is far above the normal limits. It is an emergency and one from which many pets do not recover. (...)

Hip dysplasia is painful condition triggering arthritis and lameness in the back legs of our pets. It is most common in large, fast-growing dogs and may be very distressing and debilitating for the affected individuals.(...)

Pet owners occasionally self medicate their pet with human pain killers. Those medications, called anti-inflammatories, are not designed for use in dogs and cats and a minimal human dose can poison a pet.(...)

Because of the wet and moderate climate, slugs and snails do very well in the UK. They damage agricultural and horticultural crops as well as our gardens. For that reason, many products have been developed to control this pest.(...)

A fractured foot is a common injury of dogs and cats. This video will take you through all the stages of the surgical repair of a fractured foot in a dog from the decision making to the end of the surgery.(...)

When a dog or a cat fractures a leg, it is necessary to operate. The aim of such a procedure is to reduce and stabilise the fracture. This quickly reduces the pain endured by the patient and allows healing without sequel.(...)

Carnivores, like dogs and cats are relatively resistant to tetanus compared to other species like horses, guinea pigs and humans.(...)

Fleas are very common parasites of our pets and most of you will know that it can be a real struggle to get rid of them.(...)