23 October 2018
Unfortunately, many rabbit owners will have to deal with an emergency involving their pet at some time. It is essential for them to know how to recognise and deal with such a problem before they arise.
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Unlike cats and dogs (predators), the rabbit is a prey species with behavioural patterns designed to give it a greater chance of survival. Some of these recognised characteristics include not showing any overt signs of illness or pain. Often the first signs of a problem might only be seen when the animal is in an advanced stage of illness, with the owner bringing in a collapsed animal.
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We're all fond of cats, but there's no better way to raise the tension in the consulting room than a bad tempered, frightened or aggressive cat. If they start the consultation being grumpy, then they'll almost certainly continue. Our aim should always be to keep them quiet and settled from the very beginning, even before they arrive at the practice.
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We all know that cats are instinctively clean animals. They’ll spend hours grooming and cleaning, and always take care to cover their urine and faeces in the garden. In general, they hate messing in the house, and only tend to do this if there is a genuine reason.
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Inappropriate urination and defecation around the home by pet dogs is a very common behavioural problem, which causes all sorts of conflict and distress. As a result, it can become a major reason for dogs being rehomed. As vets we must be prepared to recognise and treat such cases and help them before the problem goes too far. In this article we take a look at some of the causes.
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If dogs have previously shown a fear of fireworks or other loud noises, then it’s best to be prepared in plenty of time. Left untreated, sound phobias will usually become worse over time.
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