Dr. Marta Vidal-Abarca BVSc GPCert (Ophthal) MRCVS (Veterinarian)

Dr. Marta has over 16 years of veterinary experience, working across the UK and Spain as a remote veterinary consultant and in the clinic. She graduated from Cardenal Herrera-CEU University in Valencia, Spain. She holds two Ophthalmology Certificates, GPCert Ophthal from ESVPS and UAB. She has wide experience in small animal internal medicine and surgery with a soft spot for dogs. Marta is a member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, and her main fields of interest are ophthalmology and critical care medicine. Dr. Marta loves being able to share the most helpful information with pet parents across the world as one of Pangolia's in-house veterinarians. She wants to provide details that can help in all aspects of pets' lives with their beloved ones. She loves knowing that she can support our readers and communicate about any medical topic that might be relevant to their pet's health and well-being.

Vet checking puppy Chihuahua for chest deformities

Puppy Deworming Schedule: Our Vet Explains

Loving your dog means more than petting them and giving them kisses. It also involves duties like deworming them and taking them to the vet regularly. There’s also the fact that if your dog is not dewormed and has fleas or ticks, they can make you sick. Therefore, deworming and applying antiparasitic products (for fleas […]

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My Dog Ate a Cigarette Butt

My Dog Ate a Cigarette Butt: Should I Be Worried? Our Vet Answers

A cigarette butt can be pure poison for your beloved four-legged friend. You should contact the veterinarian immediately if your dog has eaten a cigarette butt. It contains nicotine, which is quickly absorbed in the body, leading to intoxication and, in extreme cases, respiratory and/or cardiac arrest. Nicotine is a poison and has been used

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Labrador retriever dog poops in the green park

When Is Dog Diarrhea an Emergency? 4 Situations (Vet Answer)

Diarrhea in dogs is very common and can occur for various reasons, typically being food-related, but not always. But when is diarrhea in dogs an emergency? Diarrhea typically becomes a cause for concern and an emergency when your dog has multiple watery stools that last more than a day or are bloody, they lose their

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Malocclusion or Teeth Misalignment in Dogs: Vet Explains Signs, Causes & Treatment

Dental disease can be a source of chronic pain and infection in dogs. For this reason, dental disease should not be overlooked. One common dental disease is malocclusion. It’s more common in dog breeds with flat faces (brachycephalic breeds), such as the Shih Tzu, Pekingese, Pug, Boxer, Bull Mastiff, or Boston Terrier. One oral cavity

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There Are Lumps and Bumps on My Dog’s Skin (Vet Answer): When to Worry

Dog owners often report to their vet that they have noticed a bump or lump on their four-legged friend. This can occur for various reasons and tumors can be benign (non-cancerous) or cancerous. Lumps and bumps can originate from different tissues or cell types; however, their appearance might be very similar. They can occur in

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Female Veterinarian Examining Bulldog With Otoscope

French Bulldog Ear Infections: Signs, Causes & Care Guide

Are your French Bulldog’s ears always dirty and smelly? Does your dog scratch their ears often? If this sounds familiar, chances are that your four-legged friend is suffering from an ear infection. Dogs with ear infections tend to shake their heads and scratch their ears excessively. You might also see your dog rubbing their face

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vet examining a sick German Shepherd dog

How Do They Put a Dog Down at the Vet? (Vet Answer)

It is heartbreaking to say goodbye to our best friend and family member. But what can be more difficult is to see our pet struggling and suffering because we are not ready to let them go or choose to end their suffering through euthanasia. It is difficult to make this decision, not only for the

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pug dog's ear affected by an ear mite

Dog Ear Mites vs Yeast Infections: Vet Tips to Tell the Difference

Ear mites and yeast infections are common problems for dogs, especially those with long floppy ears that hold heat and moisture, creating a perfect environment for microorganisms to grow and cause problems for your pet. If you think your pet is having an ear problem but aren’t sure how to tell if it’s ear mites

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Labrador watching his food

Food Allergies in Dogs: Our Vet Explains

Food allergies are a type of allergy that can affect dogs, causing chronic skin and digestive signs. Some breeds are more prone to food allergies than others, but any dog can be affected. When a dog has a food allergy, their immune system overreacts to a certain food ingredient in their diet, typically a protein,

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