Problems often begin with a build up of tartar. Teeth can be cleaned using ultrasonic scalers.

Small dogs are more prone to problems with teeth.

Halitosis is usually caused by bad teeth.

Milk teeth sometimes fail to come out and need extracting

Most skin problems are caused by parasites - fleas, lice, mange, ticks, fungi, or allergies.

Eczema includes any conditionof the skin causing inflammation and irritation. There are manycauses and the treatment, obviously, varies with the caus.

Regular grooming and bathing, if necessary, prevents the coat becoming knoted and help prevent skin diseases - especially important in long haired animals.