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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.(...)

Following the most recent outbreak of bird flu in British turkeys, we decided to focus on the H5N1 virus. Avian flu refers to influenza viruses found in birds. The risk from avian flu is generally low to most people.(...)

The risk from avian flu is generally low to most people. However, scientists are concerned that the H5N1 virus could one day be able to infect humans and spread easily from one person to another.(...)

The avian flu virus has already killed millions of birds and the disease spreads quickly between the birds despite aggressive sanitary measures. In humans, the situation is rather different.(...)

Millions of birds have been infected with the H5N1 avian flu virus. Many of them already died and the disease has spread from Asia to the UK despite aggressive sanitary measures.(...)

This disease has been widely covered by the media in regards to the pandemic it may cause in humans. However we should not forget that it may impact on the well being of our pets.(...)

Of all domesticated animals, horses are the most sensitive to botulism. While being rare, this condition triggers potentially fatal flaccid paralysis. This video will help you understand the causes of botulism and recognise its early signs.(...)

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.(...)

Conjunctivitis is a common eye disease in rabbits. While at the best of times it is a concerning disease, this podcast shows that in young individuals it can quickly become a dreadful condition if left untreated.(...)

Contagious Equine Metritis (CEM) is a transmissible, venereal disease of horses.(...)

A caesarean section, also known as C-section, is a common procedure performed by veterinarians. The procedure involves an incision through the abdominal wall to deliver the calf.(...)

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

Following our first video on the symptoms and diagnosis of a cruciate ligament injury in dogs, let's now talk about its treatment. The best way to treat this condition is to operate on the patient. Several techniques are successfully used in the UK.(...)

Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA), also known as Swamp Fever, is an infectious disease of horses, donkeys and mules caused by a virus. Horses infected with the EIA virus carry it for life.(...)

Equine viral arteritis (EVA) is a highly contagious venereal disease affecting horses. The virus occurs worldwide including mainland Europe. The disease causes abortion and respiratory symptoms.(...)

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.(...)

Anyone who has seen a rabbit affected with fly strike has no wish to see another. Yet in summertime many vets see at least one or two every week. For that reason, we are dedicating 2 podcasts to that dreadful disease.(...)

We already dedicated a video to describing the symptoms and treatment of fly strike in rabbits.(...)

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.(...)

Bloat or gastric torsion is a common condition affecting large breed dogs. The symptoms are usually very characteristic and diagnosis is usually easy. However, other conditions may mimic a gastric torsion and this podcast illustrates that fact.(...)

Lilies are beautiful flowers. They are widely grown in the UK both outdoor in the garden and indoor as potted plants or used in floral arrangements. For that reason, cats often have access to them.(...)

A caesarean section, also known as C-section, is a common procedure performed by veterinarians. The operation is an incision through the abdominal wall to deliver a baby.(...)

Myxomatosis affects both wild and domesticated rabbits. It is a very contagious disease caused by a virus. Epidemic infections are common in the UK, especially at the end of the summer.(...)

Myxomatosis is a very common disease amongst wild and domesticated rabbits. In the UK, a vaccination is available against this dreadful disease and this is the topic for the video.(...)

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.(...)

Permethrin is an insecticide used in shampoos, sprays and spot-on flea treatments for dogs.(...)

Blackhead is a severe protozoan disease of turkeys and peafowls and also affects fowls and game birds. It is also known as entero-hepatitis and histomoniasis. The condition is characterised by caecal (blind gut) and liver lesions.(...)

Botulism, also known as limber-neck, is a food poisoning caused by the ingestion of a preformed toxin. This poison is produced by Clostridium botulinum which is a bacterium living on decaying animal and vegetable matter.(...)

Chronic respiratory disease (CRD) is one of the most common respiratory diseases of poultry. The disease occurs when birds infected with Mycoplasma gallisepticum are stressed.(...)

Coccidiosis is one of the more common and costly diseases in poultry. It is characterised by droopiness, paleness of the comb, diarrhoea and occasionally blood in the droppings. The death rate may be quite high, both in chicks and in adults.(...)

In some hens, the egg-laying process goes wrong. Egg production falls or stops, there is a messy, odorous discharge from the vent or the bird's abdomen swells. This article looks at several egg-laying disorders, their possible causes and remedies.(...)

Fowl cholera is a contagious bacterial disease of world wide distribution. The disease affects many types of domesticated and wild birds. Fowl cholera may be acute with sudden or rapid death or may be chronic.(...)

Marek's disease (MD) is caused by a herpes virus that may result in death or severe production loss in both layer and meat chickens.Vaccination will reduce the losses.(...)

Newcastle disease is a highly contagious disease of birds caused by pathogenic strains of the virus Paramyxovirus.(...)

Mankind and rats have been at odds for thousands of years and rodent removal services remain an important part of pest extermination in the UK even now in the 21st century.(...)

Ringworm is a skin infection caused by a fungus affecting companions animals such as cats, dogs and horses as well as humans. This disease is widespread and spreads easily through an entire stable.(...)

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.(...)

Strangles is one of the most commonly encountered respiratory diseases affecting equidae. We are going to go through the examination and treatment of a patient affected with this condition.(...)

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.(...)