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• Microchipping

  It is sensible to ensure permanent identification of your dog, no matter whether much loved family pet or valuable show dog. Permanent identification is primarily designed to provide an effective means of reuniting owners with dogs that have strayed.

• Milbemycin

  Milbemycin is used for control of internal parasites. Your veterinarian has prescribed this medication for the prevention of heartworm infection.

• Mitotane

  Mitotane is used for treating Cushing's syndrome. Mitotane reduces the amount of cortisone like hormones produced by the adrenal cortex.

• Mitratapide

  Mitratapide is used to help reduce weight in dogs. Your veterinarian may prescribe mitratapide if your pet is obese or overweight.

• Moving House

  Cats are very territorial animals and they may have problems accepting a new house as their home. If the old house is nearby cats may return to their old haunts and try to take up residence with the new people living there.

• MSM

  MSM, (methylsulfonylmethane) also known as dimethylsulfone DMSO2 is a sulphur bearing compound that exists naturally in cows milk (its highest source), many fruits, grains and meat. It is a natural anti-inflammatory and analgesic (pain killing) product.

• Multi-Cat Households - The Pros and Cons

  Cats were once considered to be solitary creatures but we now know many cats are in fact sociable to a greater or lesser degree and thus may benefit from interaction with their own and other species. As a result of this knowledge there has been a move to promote ownership of more than one cat and in particular to encourage owners to take on two cats at the same time.

• Multicentric Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Situ ("Bowen-Like" Disease)

  Squamous cell carcinoma in situ is a disordered growth of the skin epidermis which may extend to include epithelium of the upper part of the hair follicles.

• Muzzle Training Your Dog

  If you know your dog has aggressive tendencies or is concerned in certain situations, then it is irresponsible to risk the health of others by not taking suitable precautions.

• N-Acetylcysteine

  N-acetylcysteine (NAC) is a chemically modified form of the dietary amino acid cysteine. Cysteine and NAC contain sulphur, which is key to protecting the body from damage by oxidation.