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Geometric tortoise
The Geometric Tortoise (Psammobates geometricus) is a rare, strikingly patterned South African tortoise protected as endangered. Extremely sensitive to humidity and a challenge to keep alive in captivity, it is best appreciated in the wild or by experts.
FlemishGiant
The Flemish Giant is the largest domesticated rabbit breed in the world, originally from Belgium and recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders Association in seven coat colors. A gentle, docile, and hearty-eater companion that needs generous space and meticulous hygiene, it weighs 6–13 kg and lives around 5–8 years.
Skin Disease in Collies and Other Herding Breeds: Why Medication Must Be Chosen Carefully
Collies and related herding breeds often carry an MDR1 gene mutation that prevents normal drug clearance, making them dangerously sensitive to certain parasiticides such as ivermectin. Skin problems are treated as in any dog, but parasite control and other medications must be chosen with a veterinarian to avoid toxicity.
Canine and Feline Aural Hematoma
An aural hematoma is a pocket of blood that forms between the skin and cartilage of the ear flap, usually triggered by vigorous head shaking or scratching. Small collections may be drained, but most require surgery to prevent a permanently scarred, thickened ear.
Canine and Feline Dermatitis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Dermatitis is inflammation of the skin in dogs and cats from parasites, allergy, infection, or trauma, causing itch, swelling, and crusting. Treatment removes the cause and controls inflammation locally and systemically.
Canine and Feline Eczema (Moist Dermatitis): Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Eczema is a superficial skin inflammation in dogs and cats driven by allergy and weak skin defense, producing redness, vesicles, hair loss, and crusting. It is managed by relieving itch, calming inflammation, and keeping the environment clean.
Canine Pyoderma: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Pyoderma is a bacterial skin infection in dogs, usually from Staphylococcus or Streptococcus, most often secondary to another skin problem. It causes pustules, crusting, and hair loss, and is treated with culture-guided antibiotics plus skin care.
Canine Self-Biting (Acral Self-Trauma) Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, and Care
Self-biting syndrome is a compulsive behavior in dogs that leads to biting of the tail, limbs, or body, causing wounds and infection. It stems from parasites, nutritional gaps, allergies, or anxiety, and requires both behavior and medical management.
Canine and Feline Interdigital Pyoderma: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Interdigital pyoderma is a painful bacterial infection between the toes of dogs and cats, causing swelling, redness, moisture, and foul odor, sometimes with draining tracts. It often follows a moist environment, mites, or blocked follicles, and needs thorough cleaning plus veterinary-directed antibiotics.
Canine and Feline Seborrheic Dermatitis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Seborrheic dermatitis is a disorder of skin lipid metabolism in dogs and cats, producing dry scales, greasy sebum buildup, or inflamed crusted skin. It may be primary (often hereditary) or secondary to parasites, infection, or endocrine disease such as hypothyroidism.