Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS

Veterinarian

221 articles

Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS, is a veterinarian with nearly 30 years of experience in companion animal practice. Dr. Elliott earned her Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery from the University of Glasgow. She was also designated a Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. Married with 2 grown-up kids, Dr. Elliott has a naughty Puggle named Poggle, 3 cats and a bearded dragon.

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What Causes Bladder Stones in Dogs and Cats?

Bladder stones are an accumulation of mineral sediment molded together into stones that make passing urine a painful experience.

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False Cysts in Cats and Dogs

False cysts are sacs of fluid that develop after a forceful knock or a blow to the body.

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What Causes Excessive Tear Staining in Dogs?

This common problem usually happens because the tear ducts are simply too small. The rust-colored staining occurs when the tears are exposed to the air.

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Why Pugs Are the Worst: Is Brachycephalic Syndrome Allegedly to Blame?

Discover why pugs are the worst when it comes to health issues. Is brachycephalic syndrome allegedly the cause of their breathing and well-being problems?

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Skin Cancer in Cats and Dogs

Skin cancer is responsible for a third of all tumors in cats and dogs, but only a third of these are classified as malignant.

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Zinc Poisoning: This Is Why Pennies Can Harm Pets

The symptoms of zinc poisoning in cats or dogs can include severe stomachache, sickness and diarrhea.

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Why Your Dog Has Warts

Warts are harmless lumps that pose little danger to dogs (and cats, too) because they do not spread to other parts of the body.

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Symptoms of Arsenic Poisoning in Dogs

Although quite rare, arsenic poisoning can pose a real threat to a dog's health.

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What Causes Fainting in a Dog? And What Should You Do?

The underlying causes of fainting in dogs range in seriousness.

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Kidney Stones in Cats: What You Should Know

Kidney stones in cats are usually not life-threatening, but your cat will thank you for getting them taken care of. Here’s more info on kidney stones in cats.

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