CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIELS UK ONLINE Health - Articles, Tips and links to Related Sites
	Predominately, Cavaliers are healthy, happy dogs but like many breeds they have conditions to which they are susceptible. Cheyletiellosis (Walking Dandruff Mite) Episodic Falling sometimes called Falling Cavaliers or Collapsing Cavalier Syndrome, is a syndrome of muscle stiffness and collapse, the underlying cause of of which is still unknown. Read more about it here: Episodic Falling in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels by Barbara Reese and Dorothie Hellman See: http://www.episodicfalling.com/ http://members.lycos.co.uk/tambrocavaliers/ Eye Disorders Mitral Valve Disease Nasal Mites Nasal mites are a common but rarely diagnosed mite that infects the nasal passages of dogs and wild canines. The scientific name for nasal mites is Pneumonyssoides caninum. Read about it here: http://www.purinaone.com SYRINGOMYELIA Syringomyelia is a condition whereby fluid filled cavities develop within the spinal cord. Some refer to SM as “neck scratcher’s disease” because scratching in the air near the neck is a common sign. Syringomyelia (Chiari-type malformation) By Clare Rusbridge BVMS DipECVN MRCVS Syringomyelia Symptoms Research into Syringomyelia (UK and USA) By Carol Fowler All exhibits exists to provide information and do not substitute for professional Veterinarian care and advice.
	HEALTH RESEARCH SYRINGOMYELIA Winter/Spring 2005 Research Update Syringomyelia News Summer 2005 Learning from pets'DNA You can contribute to the DNA Research, by sending money to the UK Cavalier Club. Please send a cheque to: Margaret Carter 47 The Ryde Hatfield Hertfordshire AL9 5DQ Cheques should be made out to: CKCS Club Research Fund Syringomyelia Bonnie's Story Click for details
	TIPS EAR PROBLEMS For prevention and treatment of ear conditions a useful product is Thornit. A pinch in each ear once a month, or as part of the regular grooming process, stops any problems arising. More about Thornit and supplier here FLEAS AND WORMS Garlic tablets or powder added to food daily can act as a repellent against flea and worm infestation Prevention, Treatment and Control of Fleas, Ear Mites and Sarcoptic Mange Revolution The all in one parasitic control, supplied to UK here PAIN Pain Control
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	LINKS British Veterinary Hospitals Association Includes important information on choosing a vet. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Health Foundation Canine Inherited Disorders Database Health Articles Presented By The CKCSCC Health Committee Canine Health Concern (CHC) Complementary Health Care, Vaccines, Feeding. Pet Care Trust Includes information on Kennels and Professional Services throughout Britain. The Pet Food Manufactures' Association Includes useful information on Nutrition. Pet HealthCare Comprehensive online source of pet care information Protecting your Pet From Poisons

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