Diseases & conditions
The Bow Wow team has compiled a library of useful articles about the various diseases and conditions that commonly affect dogs and cats in Australia.
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September 6, 2023
Arthritis in dogs and cats
Arthritis in dogs & cats is common as they age. Read up on the types, symptoms, treatment & cost of arthritis in dogs & cats.
September 6, 2023
Cruciate disease in dogs and cats
Cruciate ligament injury is a condition more common in dogs than cats. Learn more about cruciate disease, cost of treatment, causes, pain management & more.
September 5, 2023
Skin allergies in dogs & cats
Looking after a pet with a skin allergy can require a lot of time, effort and money. Find the common types of skin allergies in pets & what can cause them.
September 5, 2023
Vomiting in dogs and cats
Pets vomit for many reasons including eating something wrong or eating too fast. Read up on the symptoms, treatment & cost of vomiting in dogs & cats.
September 4, 2023
What are the different types of intestinal worms in dogs?
Worms can not only make your dog sick, but some of them can also infect humans too. Here are the things you need to know about worms in dogs and tip how to prevent them.
September 4, 2023
Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD)
FLUTD is the most common lower urinary tract disorder of domestic cats. Learn more about the disease including treatment for your cat, causes and more.
August 31, 2023
The top 5 health problems for cats
There are some common health conditions that can affect cats. We share what these are, how much they could cost & give advice to prevent them.
August 30, 2023
The top 5 health problems for dogs
There are some common health conditions that can affect dogs. We share what these are, how much they could cost & share tips & tricks to prevent them.
August 30, 2023
Constipation in cats
Although uncomfortable, constipation is one of the most common digestive problems associated with cats. Learn more about cat constipation, signs & causes.
August 29, 2023
Osteoarthritis in dogs
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis in dogs and often develops slowly. Learn about symptoms, contributing factors in dogs & diagnosis.
August 29, 2023
Cardiac disease in cats
Cardiac or heart disease is the silent killer of felines. Learn about cardiac disease in cats, what to look out for, life expectancy and treatment.
August 29, 2023
Urolithiasis in dogs and cats
Urolithiasis or Kidney Stones in dogs and cats can cause irritation, infection, pain, obstruction of the flow of urine and even a fatal blockage.