Are you considering getting a ferret as a pet?

Post author:Elisabeth Bjørnestad
Post published:01/06/2023
Post category:Useful info
Post last modified:01/06/2023
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There are many subspecies of ferret, but if you're considering getting a ferret as a pet, it's often the domesticated Tamil. Tamils, or ferrets as...

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What does a hamster need?

Post author:Elisabeth Bjørnestad
Post published:20/03/2023
Post category:Useful info
Post last modified:01/06/2023
Reading time:5 mins read

Hamsters are cute, small and fluffy creatures, and both golden hamsters and dwarf hamsters are popular pets in Norwegian homes. However, there are a few things you should consider before...

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Important things to know when traveling with a dog

Post author:Elisabeth Bjørnestad
Post published:20/03/2023
Post category:Dog Useful info Spring
Post last modified:12/04/2023
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Taking your dog on a trip can be a wonderful experience for both you and your four-legged friend, whether you're going on a long vacation or a short trip....

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Claw clipping in dogs

Post author:Elisabeth Bjørnestad
Post published:20/03/2023
Post category:Dog Spring
Post last modified:12/04/2023
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Clipping a dog's nails is an important part of maintaining your dog's health and well-being. We all need nail and hair (read: claws and fur) care. However, the...

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Diabetes in dogs

Post author:Elisabeth Bjørnestad
Post published:20/03/2023
Post category:Dog
Post last modified:01/06/2023
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Diabetes mellitus, also known as diabetes, is a condition that can affect both humans and animals. Diabetes in dogs is more common in middle-aged and older dogs, and is not a...

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Vomiting in dogs

Post author:Elisabeth Bjørnestad
Post published:20/03/2023
Post category:Dog
Post last modified:01/06/2023
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Vomiting in dogs is a common symptom of illness and can occur for a variety of reasons. It can range from a harmless and temporary condition to serious life-threatening illnesses....

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Renal failure in cats

Post author:Elisabeth Bjørnestad
Post published:20/03/2023
Post category:Cat
Post last modified:04/04/2023
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Feline kidney failure is a common cause of serious disease, especially in middle-aged and older cats. We divide kidney failure into two categories; acute and chronic kidney failure. Depending on what...

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Obesity in dogs

Post author:Elisabeth Bjørnestad
Post published:20/03/2023
Post category:Dog
Post last modified:20/03/2023
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Obesity in dogs is a growing problem in Western countries. In fact, it's estimated that about half of all dogs in this part of the world are overweight. This is...

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Poisoning in dogs

Post author:Elisabeth Bjørnestad
Post published:20/03/2023
Post category:Dog Spring
Post last modified:01/06/2023
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Poisoning in dogs is a serious condition, and can potentially be fatal. It can be caused by the ingestion of toxic substances or foods that are dangerous to dogs. As a dog owner, it is...

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Cat panting

Post author:Elisabeth Bjørnestad
Post published:20/03/2023
Post category:Cat
Post last modified:02/05/2023
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Does your cat have a limp? The causes can be many, and lameness in cats can occur in varying degrees. Sometimes the cause is obvious, for example, if the cat has...

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