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Interview with veterinary oncologist Dr. Jarno Schmidt

Interview with Dr. Jarno Schmidt: Advances and Future Prospects in Animal Cancer Research.

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VetTrust Heat

Animals love cool stone floors and shady places in the summer. Dogs and cats are very sensitive to heat and already at temperatures from 23 degrees they prefer to relax than to romp.

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A deaf dog - would that go well?

Silent Trust: The Dog School for Deaf Dogs - An Interview with Monika Calmes on Living with Deaf Four-Legged Companions and the Essential Requirements for Their Care.

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Yeast in the ears?

Malassezia otitis, a common issue in dogs, is a yeast infection in the ear caused by excessive growth of Malassezia fungi due to moisture, itching, or allergies. Check out VetTrust's article for more information.

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Raising a motherless kitten - Taking on the mother role

Kittens usually get everything they need from their mother. Sometimes they require extra care due to mother's death or rejection, her poor health, or a large litter. Here's an article from VetTrust.

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Growth - a mammoth task

Growth: birth to adulthood, height/weight gain, tooth/skin change, sexual maturity in dogs/cats. VetTrust article.

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Cat Breeding for Beginners

A VetTrust article about cat breeding and what to consider if you want to start. 

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The foal ABC

The VetTrust Foal ABC by our expert, Dr Gabrielle Brunner

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The puppy year - in fast forward

Puppies are cute and bring joy, but also a great responsibility. A successful human-dog relationship requires the consideration of important factors in dealing with the growing four-legged friend.

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When Kona's stomach turns

Animals are also sometimes in need of rapid medical assistance. This is provided by the only animal rescue vehicle in Switzerland.

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Interview with breeder of oriental cat breeds

VetTrust interviews cat breeder Sabine Oschmann Maurer

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Exercise stress and physiotherapy in growing animals

Exercise stress and physiotherapy in growing animals - VetTrust article

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Where exactly does the education of the puppy begin?

VetTrust magazine article in the Dogcoaching section: Where does puppy training start?

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VetTrust Business Focus": Compassionate pet care

VetTrust Business Focus: Compassionate pet care

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Childhood illnesses in animals

Certainly when one thinks of diseases, the first ones that come to mind are the elderly candidates of our loving companions. But also the youngest can be affected! 

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Dementia in dogs

Senile dementia in dogs is a serious disease and should not be confused with normal senile dementia. The technical term for this disease is Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome and is currently often under-diagnosed.

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The way to healthy teeth - even in old age

The dental care needs of our pets mirror our own. Prevention is better than cure, the best time to start is the first visit to the vet - VetTrust checks will be with you and your pet for life.

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Fleas and ticks - that doesn't have to be!

It is comforting to know that parasites that live on the skin and fur of our pets do not usually pass on to humans and do not transmit diseases to them. 

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My cat sneezes and my dog itches - do they have hay fever?

Allergies are a big issue in humans - more and more of them are being diagnosed. And they also occur in our pets. 

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PocDoc® Pet Connect - Smart First Aid System for Dogs and Cats

The PocDoc® Pet Connect is an intelligent first aid kit that includes an activation code for the app. Each step of the treatment is explained in the app in short concise sentences and with understandable pictures.

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Housetraining - The right timing is important 

With the right technique and patience, it is usually easy to house train a puppy within a few weeks. As always, the basic rule is to reward desired behaviour. VetTrust shows you how. 

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What makes a dog school good?

A good dog school is one of the most important decisions in the development of a young dog. Especially for first-time dog owners, for whom the topic of training and imprinting is still new, it is crucial what help they get in training.