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Emergency, first aid and veterinary care There are dangers that don’t bite, roar or smell… but they kill. The pine processionary caterpillar (Thaumetopoea pityocampa) belongs to […]

From exposure to damage: toxicity and its clinical consequences Every spring, a tiny but formidable enemy silently reappears in parks, gardens and pine forests: the pine […]

The ‘caterpillar with a coat’ that ruins walks and how to spot it in time The pine processionary caterpillar was scientifically described in Europe more than […]

The invisible risks that sneak into your home without asking permission 🦠🏠 Many pet owners live with dogs and cats without realising that some intestinal parasites […]

How to deworm properly and why not all treatments are the same Most dog and cat owners have heard of internal parasites, especially those known as […]

Why not everything is a parasite in dogs and cats In everyday veterinary medicine, there is a widespread belief that if a dog or cat has […]

Real impact on your pet’s health Talking about intestinal parasites in dogs and cats is not just about addressing a common cause of diarrhoea, but understanding […]

When intestinal parasites affect the whole family When we talk about intestinal parasites, there is one idea that we should keep in mind: some do not […]

Why intestinal parasites matter… Intestinal parasites remain one of the most common reasons for veterinary consultations, especially in puppies and kittens, whose defences are still developing. […]

Intestinal protozoa, the invisible ones Protozoa are single-celled organisms that frequently affect the digestive system of dogs and cats, especially in young animals, recently adopted animals, […]

Helminths (worms) in dogs and cats We classify them mainly into helminths (worms) and protozoa (microscopic parasites). Each group has its own weapons and strategies. Here […]

How to catch Dirofilaria immitis without letting it escape 🕵️‍♂️🩸 Canine heartworm disease is much more than just a “parasite”: it is a cardiopulmonary infection caused […]

The cardiopulmonary thriller that begins with a bite Some diseases make their presence known immediately: fever, diarrhoea, fatigue… and you think, “Something’s wrong here.” Then there’s […]

The heartworm does not travel alone: the buzzing ‘incubator’ Canine dirofilariasis (commonly known as ‘heartworm’) is caused by Dirofilaria immitis. The first known description of ‘something […]

Diagnosis, treatment and long-term prevention Canine leishmaniasis is a complex and silent disease, capable of lying dormant for months or years before revealing its true intentions. […]

Stages of the disease and clinical signs you should not ignore Canine leishmaniasis is one of the most complex and treacherous infectious diseases affecting dogs in […]

Understanding its life cycle is the biggest battle against leishmaniasis Canine leishmaniasis is not just another disease: it is a chronic, complex and potentially fatal condition […]

When scabies crosses the boundary between animals and humans Mange in pets is not just a skin problem or a simple aesthetic issue. It is a […]

Clinical guide for accurate diagnosis in dermatology Scabies is not a single disease, but rather a group of parasitic dermatoses caused by different types of microscopic […]

A clear guide without alarmism in dogs and cats Scabies is one of the oldest and best-described parasitic skin diseases in veterinary medicine. Despite this, it […]

How to defeat a tiny but extraordinarily persistent enemy When a flea appears, it rarely does so alone. Its presence is usually the visible part of […]

How to detect an infestation before it becomes a major problem 🐾 Throughout history, fleas have been involved in major health crises by acting as vectors. […]

This enemy has a plan to conquer your home 🩸 Fleas have shared millions of years of evolution with warm-blooded animals. They are not just jumping […]

Understanding their biology to better prevent their effects on health The biology of ticks and why they pose a real health problem Ticks are blood-feeding arthropods […]

What your dog can’t tell you but you should know Ticks are much more than just nasty little arachnids: they are highly specialised biological vectors capable […]

Secret Life and Danger to Your Dog Ticks are not just a seasonal nuisance. They are blood-feeding ectoparasites—external parasites that feed on blood—perfectly adapted to survive […]

much more than just preventing puppies Before it became a matter of “opinion”, neutering was promoted in cities for public health reasons: control of stray animals, […]

An honest guide to neutering a male cat  Neutering cats has taken on a central role in modern veterinary medicine, especially as a population control tool […]

“Surgery, yes, but with caution” 😄 Like any surgery, sterilisation is not risk-free, whether in dogs or cats. It is normal for you, as a guardian, […]

The decision that avoids drama… and adds years of peace of mind  In everyday language, “sterilisation” is used for almost everything, but in veterinary medicine it […]

An early decision that makes a difference   It was in the 1970s and 1980s that sterilisation went from being considered a population control measure to being […]

The value of the veterinary team before, during and after birth Birth may seem simple… until it isn’t. When everything is going smoothly, owners tend to […]

Factors that can turn “natural” into an emergency Childbirth is a physiological process, yes… but biology has its creative days. In clinical practice, between 5 and […]

Science, statistics and practical advice for responsible owners Birth is, by definition, a natural physiological process, regulated by complex hormonal and neuromuscular mechanisms. However, just because […]

Pregnancy under the microscope: A practical guide without scares It is not always obvious in the first few weeks whether your dog or cat is pregnant. […]

Love, drama… or pure biology? Humans find it difficult not to attribute familiar emotions to the behaviour of our pets. When we see a cat rubbing […]

Why does your pet ‘flirt’ if you don’t want to have puppies or kittens? It is very common that, when observing certain behaviours during heat—insistent meowing, […]

Why does breeding not improve health? It is common for owners to observe certain behaviours during heat—such as intense vocalisations, mounting postures, or increased restlessness—and interpret […]

A practical guide to mastitis and other postpartum complications After giving birth—or even without having actually been pregnant—some females may develop acute inflammation in their mammary […]