Category Archives: Dogs

Ear infections in dogs

Ear infections in dogs
Isaac recently came to Uni Vets Camden as he had sore and itchy ears. We took samples from both his ears, and discovered a large number of budding yeasts seen under the microscope! In dogs with recurrent ear infection like Isaac, there is often an underlying allergy, such as atopy or food hypersensitivity. Secondary infections…
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Hot spots

Hot spots
Meet Gus! Poor Gus was suffering from a severe itch due to an underlying ear infection. As if that wasn’t bad enough, his excessive scratching has led to a deep hotspot. These occur due to extreme scratching or licking causing trauma to the skin, leaving a raw, oozy surface. Disruption to the protective skin barrier…
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Separation anxiety in dogs

Separation anxiety in dogs
Have you ever returned home to find dog-induced destruction? Or heard your companion howling as you reverse out of your driveway? While some dogs might need better house manners, these signs could indicate that your dog is in distress. Sadly, our canine companions get anxious too! Up to 28% of dogs experience some distress when…
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Diabetes mellitus in dogs

Diabetes mellitus in dogs
Diabetes mellitus in dogs is predominantly caused by lack of insulin production from the pancreas - similar to “Type 1” diabetes in humans. In diabetic cats, it often results from the body’s resistance to the effects of insulin. Normally, insulin is produced by the pancreas to metabolise glucose, which is then used as energy for…
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