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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May 29, 2025
Eye (ocular) anomaly in dogs and cats
Eye (ocular) anomalies are quite common in dogs and cats, and there are a few diseases that fall under this category. Learn more about eye (ocular) anomalies, symptoms & treatment.
April 14, 2025
Pet dental hygiene: How to care for your dog or cat’s teeth
Learn how to care for your dog or cat’s teeth, recognise signs of dental disease, brush safely and support better pet dental hygiene at home.
April 4, 2025
Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) in cats
Feline lower urinary tract disease: signs, causes, diagnosis and management strategies to reduce recurrences. Learn what to expect and when to see your vet.
January 20, 2025
Understanding your dog’s hip surgery
Dog hip surgery explained: hip dysplasia and other conditions, surgical options, costs, recovery.
January 5, 2025
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.
November 27, 2024
Paralysis tick in dogs and cats
The paralysis tick is a dangerous tick species that injects poison into to dogs and cats. Find out symptoms, treatments & ways to prevent paralysis tick.
August 18, 2024
Cataracts in dogs and cats
Cataracts in dogs and cats: how they affect vision, diagnosis, treatment and when surgery is recommended. Learn what to expect and when to see your vet.
August 16, 2024
Skin and coat conditions in dogs: signs, causes and treatment
Learn the common signs and causes of skin and coat conditions in dogs, how vets diagnose and treat them, and when your dog should see a vet.
August 15, 2024
Dog cancer signs, symptoms and treatment every owner should know
Learn the critical signs and symptoms of cancer in dogs to ensure early detection and treatment. Find out what to watch for to keep your dog healthy and safe.
July 29, 2024
Hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing’s disease) in dogs
Cushing's Disease is a common endocrine disorder in dogs characterised by the overproduction of cortisol. Learn the symptoms, causes, diagnosis & treatments
July 29, 2024
Alimentary foreign body in dogs and cats
Foreign bodies lodged in the stomach can have life-threatening consequences for dogs and cats. Learn about bowel obstruction in dogs, diagnosis and more.
July 23, 2024
Uveitis in dogs and cats
Uveitis refers to inflammation of a structure inside the eye called the uveal tract. The uveal tract lines the inside of the eye.