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Free pet advice written by our behavioural and pet support experts at Woodgreen.

Azotemia in cats

Azotemia is increased levels of waste products like creatinine and urea, which is normally found in their urine, in your cat's blood. It’s usually a sign of kidney failure and is reasonably common in older cats.

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How to spot if your cat has cat flu

Cat flu is a term for upper respiratory infection and it’s a very common illness in cats. It’s highly contagious and while there’s no cure, there are things we can do to protect our feline friends. Spotting the symptoms is the first step.

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Conjunctivitis in cats - what you need to know

Conjunctivitis is the inflammation of the moist tissues in cats’ eyes. It can cause their eyes to discharge fluid and other uncomfortable symptoms, leading to infection.

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What plants or food are poisonous to cats?

It's important to provide a balanced diet for your cat. However, there are some foods and plants that can be dangerous for them if consumed.

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How to spot if your cat has bordetellosis

Bordetellosis is a contagious bacterial disease in cats which causes upper respiratory tract abnormalities.

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Has my cat got kidney disease

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) occurs in older pets, particularly cats, where there is long-standing, irreversible damage to their kidneys. This reduces the kidneys’ ability to function and remove waste products from their blood. 

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What to think about before getting a cat

There’s lots to think about before you welcome a feline friend into your life – and our advice can help.

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How to leave your dog home alone

Your dog is used to being the centre of your world when you’re at home. So when you leave its understandable if they don’t like it.

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How to get my dog to come when called

Teaching a dog to come when it’s called is one of the lessons that could save its life.

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Neutering your dog: what you need to know

There are many reasons why it’s important to neuter your dog – it benefits you and them.

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What should I do if my dog goes missing?

Losing your dog is very upsetting. But don’t panic, there are many constructive things you can do to help find them.

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Conjunctivitis in dogs - what you need to know

Conjunctivitis is the inflammation of the moist tissues in dogs’ eyes. It can cause their eyes to discharge fluid and other uncomfortable symptoms, leading to infection.

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