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PETS COLUMN: Physical causes of dog behaviour issues, part one

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by LYNN BROOM Longmead Veterinary Practice BEHAVIOURAL problems can have many causes and it is important to be aware of the physical causes of behavioural issues...
White Boxers have an increased risk of deafness PHOTO: Charlotte Yealey/Pixabay

PETS COLUMN: When behaviour is due to a physical cause, part two

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by Lynn Broom, Longmead Veterinary Practice THIS is the second of two articles on how physical factors can affect behaviour. Conditions can be present from birth...
Some 190,000 youngsters took part in the Science Farm Live project

Science Week youngsters walk in the shoes of farmers

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Students from more than 10% of primary schools across England and Wales stepped into farmers’ shoes to take part in NFU Education’s live lessons...
Dogs are more prone to getting diarrhoea than cats, which are usually more discerning and less likely to eat inappropriate items. PHOTO: ewa pniewska/Pixabay

When vomiting and diarrhoea need a vet’s help

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by Lynn Broom Longmead Veterinary Practice DOGS especially are prone to getting diarrhoea and, though less frequently, vomiting. Cats are generally less prone because they are...
Crufts winner Hollie Batchelor with judge Fran McWade

Crufts champ!

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Bourton pupil Hollie fought off fierce competition at this year’s Crufts YOUNG dog lover Hollie Batchelor came back from Crufts at the NEC in Birmingham...
Cats Protection says a neutered cat is a safer, happier cat. PHOTO: Doris Metternich / Pixabay

Why should I neuter my cat?

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by Lynn Broom Longmead Veterinary Practice It is important to consider all the associated factors when considering whether to neuter your cat. Neutering means to remove the...
Jennifer McDouall

Dog-friendly venue Coffee & Canines opening in Gillingham

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DOGGIES and drinks are at the centre of a new venue in Gillingham. Coffee & Canines, in Newbury Court, opens to all on April 1,...
Slow-growing lumps are less likely to be a problem whereas ones that grow rapidly should be checked out PHOTO: Lenka Novotná/ Pixabay

When is a lump on my dog a worry?

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by Lynn Broom Longmead Veterinary Practice. It can be difficult to know when to get a lump checked out. A general guideline can be helpful to...
It is thought Alabama Rot, which is potentially fatal, is picked up on the paws and legs on muddy walks PHOTO: Pixabay

Website maps Alabama Rot

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AN online map details all known cases of Alabama Rot – a potentially fatal dog disease. The map, from the Vets4Pets website, details all reported...
Many wormers are available but they vary significantly in their effectiveness as well as which worms they treat PHOTO: ewa pniewska/ Pixabay

Worms can cause significant harm

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By Lynn Broom Longmead Veterinary Practice. INTERNAL worms are parasites that can live in various places within the body. Typically, they live alongside the host animal...

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PETS COLUMN: Physical causes of dog behaviour issues, part one

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by LYNN BROOM Longmead Veterinary Practice BEHAVIOURAL problems can have many causes and it is important to be aware of the physical causes of behavioural issues...

PETS COLUMN: When behaviour is due to a physical cause, part...

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by Lynn Broom, Longmead Veterinary Practice THIS is the second of two articles on how physical factors can affect behaviour. Conditions can be present from birth...

Science Week youngsters walk in the shoes of farmers

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Students from more than 10% of primary schools across England and Wales stepped into farmers’ shoes to take part in NFU Education’s live lessons...