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Your ferrets' health: what to look out for

WebThe average weight for a one-year-old ferret is 1000-1500g for a male, and 800-1500g for a female. Your ferrets will appear to lose some weight and their coat will thin out in early …

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How to health check your cat Woodgreen Pets Charity

WebGently lift up your cat’s lip folds to check their teeth and open the jaw to check their mouth. The gums and tongue should be a salmon pink colour, any redness or lumps could …

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Your hamsters' health: what to look out for Woodgreen

WebHair loss, leaving sparse bald patches. Sleeping more. Drinking more. Lumps and bumps. Weight loss, but teeth remain in good condition. Becoming wobbly when walking about. …

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Your chickens' health: what to look out for Woodgreen

WebA happy, healthy chicken will appear bright and alert. They will be eating and drinking as normal and be enthusiastic about treats. Their wattles and combs will be bright red in …

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What happens when we have to put a pet to sleep

WebOccasionally, there are also animals whose behaviour poses a serious risk to the safety of other pets and people. In these cases, we feel that putting the pet to sleep is the most …

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A sad ending for terminally ill Olivia the spaniel The Dog House

WebCaring for Olivia. Our veterinary team gave Olivia a full health check and started her treatment straight away. This began with an examination of her eyes, which didn’t show …

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An introduction to hamsters Woodgreen Pets Charity

WebAll species of hamster should live in an enclosure that’s at least 100cm long and 50cm wide. All dwarf species will need an enclosure that is at least 40cm high with 6mm bar spacing. …

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Your guinea pigs' health: what to look out for Woodgreen

WebMake sure you health check your guinea pigs weekly and look out for any changes in their behaviour every day. Sometimes even the smallest thing, such as their poo looking a …

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Neutering your dog: what you need to know Woodgreen

WebNeutering can have health benefits. There are several illnesses more commonly found in unneutered dogs, many of them fatal. These include womb infections and mammary …

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Your rabbits' health: what to look out for Woodgreen Pets Charity

WebYour rabbit should appear lean and pear shaped. Large shoulders or a double chin is a sign of obesity. Check their nail length and clip, if needed. Feel over their body for any lumps …

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How to spot if your rabbit has blocked tear ducts

WebAffected rabbits have weepy eyes with a milky coloured discharge in one or both eyes. In some cases their ducts may become permanently blocked, leading to constantly weeping …

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Your rats' health: what to look out for Woodgreen Pets Charity

WebTumours and non-aggressive lumps are very common in rats, especially females. These can develop as young as a year old, so health check your rats regularly – feeling all over the …

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Why rabbits need vaccinating Woodgreen Pets Charity

WebRabbits require a booster injection every year to protect them from the three life-threatening rabbit diseases; Myxomatosis, Rabbit Viral Haemorrhagic Disease-1 and Rabbit Viral …

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About Woodgreen Woodgreen Pets Charity

WebTo establish Woodgreen as the primary point of contact for rehoming, advice, support and guidance relating to pets and pet ownership. To improve the welfare and health of …

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Rehoming dogs from abroad Woodgreen Pets Charity

WebDogs who come from Southern and Eastern European countries are at greater risk of infection, which causes skin lesions and severe illness including depression, weight loss …

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How to house your guinea pigs Woodgreen Pets Charity

WebHousing a trio of guinea pigs: Hutch or indoor cage – 6ft by 2ft (182cm by 61cm), single tier. Run for the garden – 6ft long by 4ft wide by 18 inches high (182cm by 122cm) wooden …

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Rabbit e-learning course Pet advice Woodgreen

WebA self led e-learning course suitable for anyone with pet rabbits, who works with rabbits, or who would simply like to learn more. A brand new course taking a look at what makes …

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How to spot if your dog has blocked anal glands Woodgreen

WebIt’s one of the most common signs that your dog may have blocked anal glands and you should arrange to see your local vet. Here are some other symptoms to look out for: …

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Events Woodgreen Pets Charity

WebOur events include: In-person training – tackle any training or behaviour related issue with your pet – led by Woodgreen’s qualified behaviourists. Online live training and …

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