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Looking for a kitten?
A great new cat adoption site has just opened on the web. Just type in your postcode and the closest orphan kitten or cat to you comes up. Lots of temptation at: http://www.moggies.com.au/
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Hip screening with PennHIP
Dr Helen is now certified to PennHIP screen dogs for hip dysplasia. Penn HIP screening identifies pups that are likely to develop hip dysplasia from as early as 16 weeks of age. It is much more accurate than the old Hip Dysplasia Scheme. Breeders of large breeds, like Labradors and German shepherds, and working dogs,…
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Arthritis in cats
Changes in jumping behaviour are the most obvious sign of arthritis in cats. Cats with elbow arthritis are reluctant to jump down and seem to pour themselves off the bed or cupboard. Because they lose agility and flexibility they land with a thud and stand a moment before moving off. Cats with arthritic knees are…
