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Health & Vet

Practical articles about health & vet: prevention, wellbeing, and responsible adoption.

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Articles

  1. African pygmy hedgehog: care, health and the law in Spain Miwuki

    African pygmy hedgehog: care, health and the law in Spain

    African pygmy hedgehog care: temperature, diet, wheel and health, why it is an invasive alien species in Spain and what to do if you already live with one.

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  2. Cat bleach poisoning: symptoms and what to do Miwuki

    Cat bleach poisoning: symptoms and what to do

    What to do if your cat has drunk or licked bleach: first steps, symptoms, when it's an emergency, what chlorinated water does and how to clean safely.

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  3. Cat reaction to flea treatment: side effects and what to do Miwuki

    Cat reaction to flea treatment: side effects and what to do

    What is urgent and what isn't after a spot-on flea treatment: permethrin poisoning, drooling, itching, skin reactions and why your cat still has fleas.

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  4. Do hamsters need vaccines? What your hamster really needs Miwuki

    Do hamsters need vaccines? What your hamster really needs

    Hamsters have no vaccination schedule. Find out what care they do need: a vet check-up, the right cage and wheel, diet, company and warning signs.

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  5. Shaker syndrome in dogs: symptoms, diagnosis and treatment Miwuki

    Shaker syndrome in dogs: symptoms, diagnosis and treatment

    What shaker syndrome (little white shaker syndrome) is, which dogs get it, how vets diagnose it and when a trembling dog needs emergency care.

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  6. Why is my dog licking his paws? Causes and warning signs Miwuki

    Why is my dog licking his paws? Causes and warning signs

    Learn why dogs lick their paws, what you can safely check at home, and which signs mean your dog needs veterinary care.

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  7. My dog won't eat: causes and when to call the vet Miwuki

    My dog won't eat: causes and when to call the vet

    Learn why your dog may refuse food, which warning signs need urgent care, and what you can safely do without forcing food or masking the cause.

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  8. Why does my dog eat grass? Causes and warning signs Miwuki

    Why does my dog eat grass? Causes and warning signs

    Learn why your dog eats grass, when the behaviour is usually normal, which risks to avoid, and when the habit calls for veterinary advice.

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  9. Why is my cat drinking so much water? Causes and warning signs Miwuki

    Why is my cat drinking so much water? Causes and warning signs

    Learn why your cat may be drinking more water, how to confirm a real change in thirst, and which signs mean it is time to contact a veterinarian.

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  10. How to brush your dog's teeth: a step-by-step guide Miwuki

    How to brush your dog's teeth: a step-by-step guide

    Learn how to brush your dog's teeth, which brush and toothpaste to use, how to build the habit gently, and when a veterinarian should check their mouth.

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  11. Why is my dog shaking? Causes and warning signs Miwuki

    Why is my dog shaking? Causes and warning signs

    Learn why your dog may be shaking, which signs point to an emergency, what to observe at home, and when to call your veterinarian.

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  12. Toxic foods for dogs and cats: a practical list and what to do if they eat them Miwuki

    Toxic foods for dogs and cats: a practical list and what to do if they eat them

    A quick review of the most dangerous foods, warning signs, and safe first steps you can take.

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  13. Cat vomiting: what each color can mean and when to worry Miwuki

    Cat vomiting: what each color can mean and when to worry

    A practical guide to interpret cat vomit (foam, bile, blood, hairballs), what you can do at home, and warning signs that need a vet.

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  14. Internal and external parasite prevention: a clear guide for dogs and cats Miwuki

    Internal and external parasite prevention: a clear guide for dogs and cats

    What internal vs. external parasite prevention means, signs to watch for, how to build a plan with your vet, and common mistakes to avoid.

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  15. My dog has diarrhea: common causes, what to do at home, and when to see a vet Miwuki

    My dog has diarrhea: common causes, what to do at home, and when to see a vet

    A practical guide to understand diarrhea in dogs, safe steps you can take at home, and warning signs that need veterinary attention.

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  16. Fleas and ticks: how to remove them and prevent them (dogs and cats) Miwuki

    Fleas and ticks: how to remove them and prevent them (dogs and cats)

    How to spot fleas and ticks, what to do if they’re already at home, how to remove a tick safely, and how to prevent repeat infestations.

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  17. Puppy vaccination schedule: age-based guidance and common mistakes Miwuki

    Puppy vaccination schedule: age-based guidance and common mistakes

    Learn how puppy vaccination is typically planned, what can change the schedule, and common mistakes to avoid to protect your dog’s health.

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  18. Spay or neuter: benefits, myths, and post-op care (dogs and cats) Miwuki

    Spay or neuter: benefits, myths, and post-op care (dogs and cats)

    What changes after spaying/neutering, realistic benefits, common myths, how to prepare for surgery, and simple post-op care at home.

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  19. How to care for an abandoned newborn kitten: Step-by-step guide Miwuki

    How to care for an abandoned newborn kitten: Step-by-step guide

    Discover how to feed, keep warm, and care for orphaned kittens without a mother. A complete guide to saving their lives and preparing them for a home.

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  20. Why dog vaccination matters: health, prevention, and responsibility Miwuki

    Why dog vaccination matters: health, prevention, and responsibility

    Vaccinating your dog prevents serious diseases like distemper, parvovirus, or rabies, protects other animals and people, and reduces long-term veterinary costs.

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