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Search or browse 791 pet advice articles on pet health, pet care and pet behaviour. The Pets4Homes site aims to provide the most informative and useful pet advice and pet care articles and information on all types of pets, from dogs and cats to rabbits and reptiles. Our articles are written by qualified veterinary surgeons, veterinary nurses, breeders and other writers who have a passion for pets.

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Herbs and Horses - The Benefits

22nd May 2013

Herbal remedies have been around for centuries and man has benefited from their healing properties to treat all sorts of health problems. However, when it comes to supplementing a horse's diet with herbal mixtures, this is a relatively new trend and it's one that is definitely worth investigating. ....Read Full Article

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Rabbit Care Calendar - Month by Month Care Advice for your Rabbit

22nd May 2013

Rabbits are very popular pets to keep these days, which is hardly surprising because they are incredibly loveable little creatures to have around whether you keep them outdoors or as house rabbits. One way to make sure your pet rabbit is in good health and that all their needs are being cared for on a regular basis, is to make yourself....Read Full Article

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Fun Outdoor Activities To Do With Your Dog

21st May 2013

Dogs give us so much pleasure, they are always happy to see us when we get home and they get really excited when anyone picks up their leads ready to take them out for a walk. Dogs just love to be active, so after spending the day at home alone when you are not around, they look forward to playing a few games with you as soon as you wa....Read Full Article

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Chickens - How To Keep Bugs at Bay

21st May 2013

Anyone who keeps chickens knows how easy it is to find their birds and chicken houses are suddenly infested with lice and mites. It can happen to anyone, no matter how well you tend your chickens. Which is why it's so important to keep a close eye on your birds – and this means all through the year. But there are things you c....Read Full Article

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All about syringomyelia in dogs

21st May 2013

Syringomyelia is a canine condition that has been under the spotlight a lot in recent years after it was highlighted in the BBC’s Pedigree Dogs Exposed documentary in 2008. It is known to be a relatively....Read Full Article

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Hair loss in cats - Feline alopecia

20th May 2013

Cats naturally shed some of their fur on an ongoing basis, as part of the normal cellular renewal process and to ensure that their coat is appropriate for the changing seasons. This is perfectly normal and no cause for concern. However, excessive shedding, hair loss leading to bald patches and fur that falls out in clumps as part of gr....Read Full Article

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Tips for choosing and buying a healthy pet tarantula

20th May 2013

If you have reached the decision to buy a tarantula as a pet, congratulations! Tarantulas are beautiful and fascinating pets, as well as being fairly unusual. Even after you have undertaken all of the significant amount of research that you will need to do to learn enough about these spiders to make an informed decision to buy one, you....Read Full Article

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Corneal Ulceration in Cats

18th May 2013

As any cat owner knows, their feline friend is always on the prowl when they are awake that is. Cats love to hunt and will spend hours chasing their tails and anything else that moves. If the wind picks a leaf up in your garden, the chances are your cat will chase it – which is all part of their natural instinct. However, these h....Read Full Article

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5 Types of Hernia Commonly Seen in Dogs

18th May 2013

Dogs, just like people can suffer from hernias. In fact, some dogs are born with the condition whereas other dogs get them as a result of some sort of injury. But what exactly is a hernia? The answer is a hernia is a tear in the dogs' abdominal wall. The tear then lets fatty tissue or even internal organs push through it. Fatty tis....Read Full Article

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What is Equine Herpes?

18th May 2013

Anyone who owns a horse knows that at some time or another their precious steeds will need to see a vet. It could be to get their flu and tetanus shots up to date or it could be as a result of them injuring themselves – something horses tend to be good at doing. However, there are other conditions which may arise and which need v....Read Full Article

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Diagnosis and Management of Dementia in Dogs

17th May 2013

As dogs age it isn’t only their bodies that start to show signs of becoming older. Just as our memories, abilities to process new information and general brain function declines as we get older so does that of our pet dogs. You may start to notice that he doesn’t respond to your voice as quickly, that he is no longer intere....Read Full Article

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Lymphoma in dogs

17th May 2013

Lymphoma or lymphosarcoma in dogs is a type of cancer identified by the presence of malignant white blood cells, called lymphocytes, within areas of the body such as bone marrow, the liver and spleen, the lymph nodes, and other areas. It is one of the most common malignant cancers found in dogs, making up as much as 24% of all canine c....Read Full Article

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An Introduction to Giant Millipedes

17th May 2013

Millipedes are invertebrate insects with segmented bodies, with two pairs of legs present on each segment. The word “millipede” is Latin, and is composed of “mille” (thousand) and “peds” (feet). However, the term “millipede” is something of a misnomer, as millipedes do not actually have 1....Read Full Article

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Is a praying mantis the right pet for you?

16th May 2013

Mantises or mantids are an order of insect with over 2,000 separate species, of which the well known praying mantis is just one! The praying mantis gets its name due to its appearance, which often appears as if they are “praying,” thanks to their conformation and the structure of their front legs. They are also sometimes re....Read Full Article

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Horses - Show Time and How to Get Fit

16th May 2013

The showing season is about to get under way which means owners all over the country are starting to think about getting their horses and ponies fit and looking good ready to compete. Whether you're planning to compete at three day events, dressage or any other discipline, you and your mount need to be fit enough to take part not o....Read Full Article

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Unusual pets - The Madagascan hissing cockroach

16th May 2013

While cockroaches are not a common household pest within the UK, nevertheless they still have a reputation as a prolific and hard-to-eradicate uninvited guest! In many countries of the world where cockroaches live in large numbers, cockroach infestation and the problems that go with it can cause significant issues for homes and busines....Read Full Article

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Constipation in cats

16th May 2013

The word “constipation” is used to describe problems with passing faeces or stools, such as straining or having difficulty going to the toilet, not passing stools very frequently, or a total blockage leading to the cat being unable to pass stools at all. When a cat is constipated, this causes the faeces that are n....Read Full Article

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Canine chiropody - Paw, pad and claw injuries and how to prevent them

15th May 2013

The pads, paws and claws of our dogs’ feet are not something that we usually pay much attention to, as they generally don’t require much maintenance and tend to take care of themselves! However, problems, injuries or sores on the paws, or issues with the claws can be very uncomfortable for dogs, and it is important that eve....Read Full Article

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Common questions and misconceptions about tarantulas

15th May 2013

The idea of having a tarantula within the home is certainly not for everyone, but these exotic and unusual pets do have a certain appeal for many of us! If you find spiders an endless source of fascination and are wondering if they make good pets, you may find it hard to wade through all of the common misconceptions and misinformation ....Read Full Article

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Heatstroke and dogs - Keeping your dog safe from overheating in the summer

15th May 2013

As we come into the summer, keeping your dog cool enough can become something of a challenge. When indoors and outdoors are both baking hot and there is no respite from the heat during the main part of the day, it can be difficult to know how to best take care of your dog, while also ensuring that they get enough exercise and generally....Read Full Article