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Bee and wasp stings

Bee and wasp stings

Most (non-flea) insect bites/stings in pets are due to bees. We do also see wasp and ant stings.

Checking your pet

Checking your pet

Before you start the hands-on part, stand back and watch your pet. How does she move around? What is her posture like? What is her gait like? How noisy is her breathing?

Choking

Choking

Choking is difficulty breathing due to something blocking the upper airway (ie throat or windpipe). The blockage could be caused by:

CPR

CPR

CPR stands for cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Basic CPR is the sort done by bystanders at the scene of the arrest. It’s temporary treatment intended to provide enough blood and oxygen to the vital organs to support…

Diarrhoea

Diarrhoea

There are many conditions that cause pets to have diarrhoea. Some are serious. Some are not.

Vomiting

Vomiting

There are many many reasons why pets vomit. Some are serious. Some are not.