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Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex

It can be tough to know the best way to look after your dog or cat. Join veterinarian Dr. Alex for a weekly dose of pet health advice, news, and discussion. Want to give your pet the best care possible? Then you need to listen and subscribe!

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00:05:26

Slug and Snail Bait Poisoning

Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex ·

2018/03/23

The slugs and snails are out, eating your plants and you want to poison them. Don't kill your pet in the process. Slug and snail bait poisoning in dogs and cats can definitely be deadly. Show notes: https://youtu.be/8k8Z8EZ_4f8

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00:15:45

Should Flat Faced Dogs be Banned?

Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex ·

2018/03/20

Pugs, French Bulldogs and other brachycephalic (squashed nosed) breeds are becoming more and more popular but they often have significant health problems. For their own welfare should they be banned or is there another way to improve their health?

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00:09:26

7 Ways to Reduce Your Cats Stress Levels

Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex ·

2018/03/15

There are many easy steps we can take to reduce stress in cats and help them relax at home. Stress can play a big role in your cats life. It reduces quality of life and can result in serious conditions such as cystitis. It can even start to affect the well being of you, their owner. Show notes: https://youtu.be/FncqZ8C-Q-k

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00:08:31

How to cope with a Sick Pet (avoid caregiver burden)

Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex ·

2018/03/13

If you are dealing with a sick pet then there is a real chance you might be becoming stressed, depressed, anxious or even angry. All of these will affect YOUR quality of life so it is important you look after YOU! The syndrome known as "caregiver burden" is well recognized in people who care for chronically ill family members, but it has only more recently been recognized in owners who have to look after sick pets. Join Dr Alex and Chris Boutte from The Rewired Soul

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00:08:42

Is Your Cat Stressed?

Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex ·

2018/03/09

Is your cat stressed or depressed? Find out the causes of stress in cats as well as the simple signs your cat is stressed. Show notes + video: https://youtu.be/R7YTAEzkIiA

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00:10:59

Cystitis In Cats

Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex ·

2018/03/07

Cat cystitis is more than a simple infection. The most common cause is stress. It also generally requires long term management. A holistic approach is key. Join me for a complete rundown of this common disease. Show notes and video: https://youtu.be/W6QeHzFzNpI

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00:09:38

Top 20 Common + Deadly Pet Poisons

Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex ·

2018/03/06

Our houses, garages and gardens are full of potential deadly pet poisons and toxins that our dogs and cats would just love to eat. If you know what they are you can better take measures to ensure an emergency trip to your vet isn't needed! Show notes: https://youtu.be/zTYdU9V-5RI

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00:05:22

Top 10 Arthritis Symptoms in Dogs

Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex ·

2018/03/01

Arthritis comes on slowly and it is easy to miss the clear signs that your dog is in pain. Don't dismiss slowing down as a normal aging problem. By knowing what to look out for you can be certain your dog has the best quality of life possible! Show notes: https://youtu.be/E1UrICC7et0

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00:10:18

Get Your Cat to Drink More

Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex ·

2018/02/27

There are many reasons why your cat might need to drink more. Kidney failure, diabetes and general illness to name a few. Here are my top 10 techniques to make sure your cat doesn't get dehydrated. Show notes: https://youtu.be/OehD3s8vIgU

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00:15:40

Stress in cats and dogs

Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex ·

2018/02/22

Join me in a guest post I did for Chris on the YouTube channel The Rewired Soul all about stress in our pets discussing what stresses them out and how we can help them calm down and relax. Head over to Chris' channel for the show notes and video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7YUSR9Jyac (the audio quality is better there too!) and make sure you check out his other content for some amazing advice and discussion about any mental health issue you may be struggling with.

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00:05:43

Xylitol Is Deadly!

Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex ·

2018/02/22

This common sweetener is found in a huge number of products and it only takes a tiny amount to be deadly. Find out how much is dangerous for your dog or cat and just what you need to do about it. Show notes: https://youtu.be/ocU1KG42UjA

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00:07:17

Has Your Dog Been Poisoned?

Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex ·

2018/02/21

A common thought if a pet suddenly becomes unwell is that they may have been poisoned. Well, if they are showing any of these common symptoms they just might have. If there is ever any question that your pet has been poisoned make sure your vet is the first person you call and don't delay. Show notes and video: https://youtu.be/Wsgd9KB2Qdo

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00:05:04

Are Raisins Really Poisonous?

Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex ·

2018/02/15

Some people feed their dog grapes and raisins all the time. Others say they are deadly! What is the truth? Will raisins or grapes kill your dog or cat? Show notes and video: https://youtu.be/S0fbSIx2HxU

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00:19:47

Should You Spay Your Dog??

Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex ·

2018/02/13

There are risks and benefits to most procedures and treatments. What then are the true pros and cons of getting your female dog spayed. And if you decide to go ahead with this common surgery just what is the best age? Show notes and video: https://youtu.be/cKWpUu-GNo0

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00:09:54

Get You Fussy Dog Eating!

Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex ·

2018/02/08

Join me as I go through my top tips for getting your fussy dog eating the food you want them too. Our dogs are very good at training us to give them nothing but treats. With a little bit of planning thou we can make sure they eat the food we feel is best for them. Show notes and video: https://youtu.be/vzQDFzg6N4U

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00:08:27

Is Metacam Safe For Cats?

Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex ·

2018/02/06

Metacam is a popular pain killer in cats but in some parts of the world it can only be used once where as other parts commonly use it long term to manage diseases such as arthritis. Doe this improve a cats quality of life and is it actually safe? What can you do to reduce the risk of serious side effects? Show notes and video: https://youtu.be/Lb9p7iIOask

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00:06:29

Dog Painkiller Safety

Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex ·

2018/02/01

Anti-inflammatory medication is so important to keep our dogs pain free and enjoying life. They do come with a risk of side effects which any owner should really know about as well as how to reduce the risk of any serious problems. Show notes and video: https://youtu.be/6EwDGAzsi_w

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00:07:48

Pain Killers In Pets

Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex ·

2018/01/30

The use of pet pain killers is essential in keeping our dogs and cats comfortable after injury, surgery or with long term conditions like arthritis. Find out how they work, what side effects to look out for and how we can avoid problems. Show notes and video: https://youtu.be/KOgfxzDNMJA

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00:09:05

How To Buy A Healthy Puppy

Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex ·

2018/01/25

There are many places you can buy a puppy but which is the best? What do you need to watch out for and which puppies likely come from puppy mills? Video and show notes: https://youtu.be/gupb-MlvsQU

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00:06:26

Pyometra: Its An Emergency!

Our Pets Health: with Dr Alex ·

2018/01/23

If you have an entire female dog then you must know about this dangerous, potentially fatal condition. There's a 1-in-4 chance your dog will be affected... Show notes and video: https://youtu.be/Fuvq-QSx6Fo

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