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Plain-English guides on common pet symptoms, written and reviewed by vets. Use these alongside the triage tool, not as a substitute for veterinary care.
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Bloat (GDV) in Large-Breed Dogs
The number one emergency in large and giant breeds. Every minute matters.
Compulsive Behaviours in Dogs
Spinning, tail-chasing, fly-snapping, and licking — when repetitive behaviour is medical, neurological, or psychiatric.
Diarrhoea in Dogs
Most dog diarrhoea resolves in 24-48 hours at home. Here's when it doesn't.
Noise Phobia in Dogs
Fireworks, thunderstorms, and the dogs who can't cope — what helps and what doesn't.
Resource Guarding in Dogs
When a dog growls over food, toys, or space — what's normal communication and what's a problem.
Separation Anxiety in Dogs
When being left alone tips into genuine distress — and what actually works.
Vomiting in Dogs
When vomiting in a dog is a mild upset, and when it's a veterinary emergency.
Inappropriate Elimination in Cats
Why your cat is suddenly going outside the litter tray — and why it's almost always medical first.
Straining to Urinate (Urethral Blockage) in Male Cats
A male cat straining to pee is a medical emergency. Without treatment, fatal within 24-48 hours.