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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July 4, 2024
The top health problems for kittens
There are some common health conditions that can affect kittens. We share what these are, how much they could cost & give advice to prevent them.
June 2, 2024
Litter tray aversion in cats
Cats often change their toileting behaviours if they have issues with their litter tray & the problem can become chronic. Learn how to retrain to the tray.
May 29, 2024
Dew Claws On Dogs: Clipping Dew Claws vs Keeping Them
Clipping of dew claws, also known as a dog’s thumb, is often debated as they lack function & can cause painful injuries. Learn more about dew claw clipping.
May 29, 2024
Paralysis tick in dogs and cats
The paralysis tick is a tick species in Australia that targets wildlife & domesticated pets. Find out symptoms, treatments & ways to prevent paralysis tick.
March 29, 2024
Kennel Cough in dogs
Find out more information about Kennel Cough. Get Symptoms , Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention Tips & more.
March 16, 2024
Allergies in cats – What you need to know
Learn more about allergies in cats, symptoms, causes and treatment options.
January 21, 2024
Understanding your dog’s hip surgery
Find out more about treatment options for Hip Dysplasia in Dogs & similar conditions, including total hip replacement surgery. Learn about costs & recovery.
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.