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Health

These factsheets will help you understand your dog’s health. From ichy skin to potential hazards in your home, our factsheets are here to help.

Basic first aid - dogsBasic first aidFind out about basic first aid so you’re prepared in an emergency.  Basic health care - dogsBasic healthcareLearn more about how you can help to keep your dog healthy.  Coping with cancer - dogsCoping with cancerUnderstand how cancer can affect dogs.  Dogs and human healthDogs and human healthFind out how to keep your family – and your dog – healthy.  Hidden dangersHidden dangersDiscover the hidden dangers facing your dog and what you can do to help prevent them.  Lewknor dogNeutering your dogNeutering can have really great benefits – both to your pet and to you! Plus you’ll be doing your bit to help the growing crisis of pets being abandoned, dumped or given away because there aren’t enough homes to go around.  Skin and ear care - dogsSkin and ear careHelp keep your dog’s skin and ears in tip top condition with this factsheet.  Time to say goodbyeTime to say goodbyeMaking the decision to say goodbye to a much-loved pet can be extremely tough. This factsheet will talk you through the process of euthanasia and why it’s sometimes the kindest decision.  Elizabethan collar How to stop dogs from licking their woundsWhen dogs lick their wounds, it can make the problem even worse. Read our vet's top tips to help limit their access so that wounds can heal.  
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