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, by Michael van Wassem Hairballs in cats: causes, prevention and when to see the vet
Why do cats get hairballs, what can you do yourself, and which signs mean a visit to the vet? A practical explanation.
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, by Michael van Wassem Dental care for dogs: preventing tartar and teaching your dog to accept brushing
Tartar and bad breath creep up slowly. Here is how to brush your dog's teeth step by step, what chews can and cannot do, and...
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, by Michael van Wassem Water Quality in Your Aquarium: pH, Ammonia and Hardness Explained Simply
Discover why pH, ammonia, nitrite and water hardness are essential for your aquarium fish's health — and how to keep them simply and reliably in...
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, by Michael van Wassem Overweight in Dogs and Cats: How to Spot It and Help Them Lose Weight Safely
Overweight is one of the most common, yet most preventable, health problems in pets. Learn how to recognise overweight in your dog or cat and...
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, by Michael van Wassem Your Hamster Through Autumn: How to Prevent Cold, Draughts and Dangerous Torpor
Autumn means cold for your hamster. Discover why torpor is dangerous, how to recognise it, and what to do if it happens.
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, by Michael van Wassem Kidney problems in cats: early warning signs and the role of diet
Drinking more, losing weight, a dull coat: these are early signs of chronic kidney disease in cats. Here's how to spot them in time, and...
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, by Michael van Wassem Dental problems in rabbits: how to recognise and prevent them
Rabbit teeth grow throughout their life. Discover which signs point to dental problems, what the main cause is, and how the right diet helps prevent...
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, by Michael van Wassem Sleep and Dreams in Dogs and Cats: What Does Science Say?
Twitching paws, soft whimpers, chewing jaws: is your pet really dreaming? Discover what science says about sleep and dreams in dogs and cats.
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, by Michael van Wassem Poisonous mushrooms and your dog: how to spot the symptoms and what to do
During an autumn walk, a mushroom can suddenly appear on the path — and not every dog can resist the temptation. Here is how to...
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, by Michael van Wassem Trimming Your Dog's or Cat's Nails: 9 Common Mistakes (and How to Get It Right)
Cutting nails too short? These are the 9 mistakes owners make most often with dogs and cats — plus the step-by-step approach that actually works.
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, by Michael van Wassem Wasp sting on a dog or cat: first aid and when to call the vet
Wasps are at their busiest in late August, right where dogs and cats like to sniff. Learn how to recognise a sting, what to do...
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, by Michael van Wassem Glucosamine and Chondroitin for Dogs and Cats: What Do They Do for the Joints?
Your dog gets up a little stiffer than before, or your cat no longer jumps onto the windowsill as easily as it used to. For...
Glucosamine and Chondroitin for Dogs and Cats: What Do They Do for the Joints?
