Diseases & conditions

Carcinomas are cancers that develop in cells which cover the internal organs and outer surfaces of the body. A squamous cell carcinoma is a form of skin cancer; more specifically it is a malignant tumour in the epidermal cells of the skin.

What you need to know about allergies in dogs.

Dogs and cats vomit for a wide variety of reasons.  Sometimes they may have eaten something that didn’t agree with them or maybe they ate too fast. 

A tapeworm is a parasite; a long worm that attaches itself to your dog or cat’s intestines using a system of suckers or muscular grooves.

Roundworms, also commonly referred to as ‘worms’ are an extremely common parasitic worm found in both cats and dogs.

Luxation of the patellar is a condition where the kneecap moves out of its correct position, causing the animal a great deal of pain. Dogs can often kick the patella back into place but, if not corrected, the condition can lead to lameness.

The Parvovirus, Parvo, or Canine Parvovirus is a highly contagious and very serious viral infection that attacks a dog’s immune system.

The Paralysis Tick or Ixodes Holocyclusis is the only tick species in Australia that poses a real threat to pets.

Mange or demodex is an irritating skin disease, caused by parasitic mites, that is common in both cats and dogs.

In this column, our resident vet and pet lover, Dr Jo, shares some of her insights for keeping your pets happy, fit and healthy.

Patella luxation is a very common issue among dogs (and rarely among cats) of all ages and breeds, though it is known to affect smaller breeds such as Pomeranians and Chihuahuas more commonly than larger breeds and there appears to be a higher rate of occurrence among female dogs.

The heart and blood vessels (arteries and veins) are part of the cardiovascular system.