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  • Seal distemper is a virus disease that is affecting the seal population around the coasts of Europe and the United Kingdom. It affects primarily the respiratory system and also the nervous system.

  • This tumour is a disordered and purposeless overgrowth of sebaceous gland cells. These glands are attached to the hair follicles where their function is to lubricate the hairs and skin.

  • Second opinions and referrals often cause great anxiety to owners, irrespective of whether suggested by the veterinarian or considered as a possibility by the pet owner.

  • Seizures are one of the most frequently seen neurological problems in dogs. A seizure is also known as a convulsion or fit.

  • Selamectin is used for control of internal and external parasites. Your veterinarian may prescribe selamectin for treatment of roundworms, heartworm prevention, flea infestation, flea allergy dermatitis, mange in dogs, or ear mites in cats.

  • A pet may be a part of your life for many years and many behaviour and health problems can be prevented by seeking guidance before obtaining a new pet.

  • Supplements are products that are added to foods for either a nutritional or a therapeutic benefit.

  • Selegiline is used for the treatment of behavioural problems of emotional origin and for older dogs that are losing their intellectual function (cognitive dysfunction).

  • Electrolytes occur in the blood and are frequently measured during serum biochemistry. The most common electrolytes are sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium, chloride, bicarbonate and phosphate.

  • Shampoos help to clean the skin and remove crusts and debris. Different types of medicated shampoos are available such as those for treating bacterial or yeast infections or for gently lifting off crusts.