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Feeding dogs and cats: a guide to good nutrition
How to feed your dog or cat well: dry food, wet food or home-cooked, how much, toxic foods and when to see the vet.
Care for dogs and cats
Practical tips for everyday life and every season: hygiene, nutrition, heat, cold and well-being.
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Cat care during the holidays: a summer guide
What to do with your cat on holiday: how many days it can be alone, in-home sitter or cattery, what to prepare and how to avoid stress.
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How much does a vet consultation cost? 2026 prices
Indicative prices for a vet consultation in Spain: general consultation, emergencies and specialists, and what factors affect the cost.
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Compulsory dog insurance: what the law says
Is liability insurance compulsory for dogs in Spain? What the Animal Welfare Act says, which dogs are affected and other owner obligations.
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Obesity in dogs and cats: how to tell if your pet is overweight
Learn how to assess your dog or cat's body condition at home, the causes of excess weight and how to help them lose weight safely.
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Senior Dog and Cat Care
Senior dog and cat care: senior age, check-ups, diet, osteoarthritis, dental health and early detection of illness.
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Microchip and legal obligations of owning a dog or cat
We explain why the microchip is mandatory for dogs and cats, how it works and the owner's other legal obligations under current rules.
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Tips for Taking Care of Your Dog in Autumn
The arrival of autumn brings noticeable changes to the environment that affect your dog. Discover 5 tips to care for your dog this season.
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Why you should not shave your dog in summer
The belief that shaving a dog will make it feel cooler in high temperatures is an extremely old one.
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How to protect dogs' paw pads in summer?
A dog's paw pads serve two essential functions for their health
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How summer affects our dogs
How summer affects dogs: heatstroke, sunburn, dehydration and parasites, plus tips to protect your dog from high temperatures.
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Shedding in Dogs
A dog's coat is one of the most important and demanding parts of their health. Learn how to manage shedding season with the right brushing routine.
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9 Tips for Taking Your Dog to the Snow
Snow is one of the most appealing landscapes for humans and dogs alike, but dogs need some care and attention to be able to enjoy it.
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5 basic care tips for a newborn dog
Newborn puppies are delicate and depend entirely on their mother. Learn the basic care a newborn dog needs to grow up healthy.
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Heatstroke in dogs: symptoms, causes and treatment
As summer arrives, so do the high temperatures of the warmest months, when the thermometer can easily exceed 35º
Here you will find practical tips for caring for dogs and cats all year round: appropriate nutrition for their age and needs, hygiene and grooming, protection against the summer heat and the winter cold, and everything that contributes to their daily well-being.
Taking good care of your pet is the best way to prevent health problems. If you would like a personalised care plan for your dog or cat, we at Clínica Veterinaria Somo will be glad to help: get in touch with us.
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