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It is well known that cats should not eat cereals, as this can cause food intolerances and associated digestive problems in the long term. But what about potatoes? Are cats allowed to eat potatoes or should they rather do without them? We will give you the answer to this question in the follow...

As the owner of a dog or cat, you naturally want your four-legged friend to be well and free from major health problems throughout their life. However, there is no guarantee for that. Diseases and injuries cannot be completely avoided, often necessitating a visit to the veterinarian. Typically, t...

HCM is the abbreviation for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. It is a common heart disease in cats that cat owners must take seriously. In the following, we will explain the causes, symptoms, and treatment of HCM in cats. HCM in cats: what is it? Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy in cats refers to the enlar...

Ataxia can be caused by various triggers in cats and manifests with a range of symptoms. The most noticeable are the coordination disorders, such as an unsteady gait and occasional stumbling, which is why owners sometimes refer to their cats affected by ataxia as 'wobbly cats'. Although it may no...

In some cases a dog's hair loss can be so severe that its coat becomes thinner and thinner over time or even bald spots appear on its body. In the following article we will explain possible reasons for shedding. Common causes of hair loss in dogs If a dog...

Dogs can suffer from both acute and chronic laryngitis. Very often laryngitis does not occur alone but together with other problems. In the following we will explain what causes laryngitis in dogs and the symptoms it causes. We also give you tips for effective prevention. Possible triggers...

A gastric torsion  is a life-threatening emergency that requires immediate medical attention. Theoretically all dogs can suffer from this but certain breeds are particularly at risk. How a dog's stomach twists A dog’s stomach is not firmly connected to the abdominal cavity: it’s suspe...

Digestive problems such as diarrhoea and flatulence are common in dogs. In most cases, the triggers of the problems can be easily identified and treated without great difficulty. Many owners panic when there is blood in the dog's stool. The blood in the faeces does not necessarily hav...

Barf, which is the abbreviation of Biologically Appropriate Raw Food, is very trendy these days. More and more owners are convinced that this form of nutrition is best suited for their dog and that ready-made dog food basically causes health problems. What does Barf mean? Barf is the abbreviat...

Dogs have anal glands on the right and left side of their anus. In these glands they form a secretion which serves them to set scent marks. Healthy dogs deposit this secretion together with their excrement, so that their anal bags are normally emptied regularly. However, it can happen f...