Dog and cat health

Prevention, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of the most common conditions in your pet.

Cat being vaccinated by a vet during a feline health check-up

What vaccines does my cat need?

Find out which cat vaccines are essential: feline trivalent, leukaemia and rabies, the schedule by age and the importance of deworming.

Sick cat hiding and showing subtle signs of illness

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Signs that your cat is sick

Cats hide pain by instinct. Learn to recognise the symptoms of a sick cat and when to see the vet.

Older cat resting, illustrating chronic kidney disease in cats

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Kidney disease in cats: symptoms and prevention

Kidney disease in cats is common in older felines. Discover its symptoms, causes, diagnosis and management, and why early detection is key.

Cat refusing food next to its bowl, illustrating loss of appetite and vomiting

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My Cat Won't Eat or Is Vomiting: Causes and When to Worry

Common causes of a cat that won't eat or vomits, the risk of hepatic lipidosis and the warning signs that call for an urgent vet visit.

Veterinarian examining a dog and cat before spaying or neutering surgery

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Spaying and neutering dogs and cats: when and why

Spaying and neutering dogs and cats: differences, health and behaviour benefits, age, procedure and common myths resolved.

Worried pet owner with dog at a 24-hour veterinary emergency clinic

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10 signs your pet needs an emergency vet

The 10 veterinary emergency signs you should never ignore in your dog or cat, why they matter and what to do. 24h emergencies in Somo, Cantabria.

Veterinarian performing an ultrasound scan on a pet at Clínica Veterinaria Somo

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What is a veterinary ultrasound and echocardiography?

Veterinary ultrasound is a painless, radiation-free diagnostic imaging test. Learn what it is and how it differs from echocardiography.

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Dental cleaning for dogs and cats: when it is necessary

When dogs and cats need a dental cleaning, why it is done under anaesthesia, warning signs and prevention at home.

Dog limping on one leg being examined for lameness

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My dog is limping: causes and when to worry

My dog is limping: discover the common causes of limping in dogs, the warning signs that call for a prompt vet visit and how it is diagnosed.

Veterinarian deworming a dog and cat as part of internal parasite prevention

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Internal deworming in dogs and cats: schedule and why it matters

A guide to internal deworming in dogs and cats: parasites, symptoms, zoonosis risk and a schedule by life stage.

Dog being examined by a vet for canine leishmaniasis prevention

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Leishmaniasis in dogs: symptoms, prevention and diagnosis

Leishmaniasis in dogs is a parasitic disease with no cure but it is manageable. Discover its symptoms, diagnosis and prevention.

Veterinarian vaccinating a dog at the clinic

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What vaccines does my dog need?

To properly protect your dog, it needs its vaccines from puppyhood plus an annual booster.

Tick on a dog, the carrier of canine Lyme disease (borreliosis)

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Lyme disease in dogs: symptoms and treatment

Lyme disease can easily become a serious situation if it is not recognized and treated quickly.

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Canine Osteoarthritis: symptoms, treatment and prevention

Canine osteoarthritis is the most common degenerative disease in dogs. Learn the symptoms, treatment and how to prevent its early onset.

Dog being vaccinated against rabies at a veterinary clinic

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Rabies: what it is, causes, symptoms and how to prevent it

Rabies is one of the most dangerous zoonoses, diseases transmissible from animals to humans. Learn its causes, symptoms and prevention.

Dog with a skin condition being examined for veterinary dermatological problems

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Skin Diseases in Your Pet

The skin is the largest organ in mammals, and dogs are no exception, so skin diseases are one of the most common reasons to see a vet.

Dog with hip dysplasia showing difficulty in its hind legs

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Hip dysplasia in dogs: symptoms, causes and treatment

Hip dysplasia is a common disease affecting many dogs, causing limping in the hind legs. Learn its symptoms and treatment.

Dog being checked for external parasites such as ticks and fleas

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External parasites: what they are, symptoms and how to prevent them

External parasites pose a serious threat to the health of our animals.

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Debunking Widespread Myths About Animal Health

Clínica Veterinaria Somo, your trusted vets in Somo (Cantabria), debunks widespread myths about pet health that can put your animal at risk.

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Dental problems in dogs: symptoms, treatment and prevention

The dental health of our patients is sometimes not given the attention it deserves, yet it is of enormous importance for their wellbeing.

In this section we bring together our articles on the health of dogs and cats: from preventive medicine (vaccination, deworming and regular check-ups) to recognising the symptoms you should not overlook and the most common conditions at every stage of their lives.

Our goal is to help you spot problems in time, because early diagnosis significantly improves your pet's prognosis and quality of life. If you have questions about a specific case, remember that this information is for guidance only and does not replace a veterinary assessment: you can book an appointment or, in an emergency, contact our 24h emergency service at Clínica Veterinaria Somo (Cantabria, Spain).

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