Danger for Cats – Essential Oils
Danger for Cats – Essential Oils Essential Oils are extracted from plants using a distillation or cold pressing technique and then used in a wide range of products such as insecticides, aromatherapies, personal care products, herbal solutions and liquid potpourri etc. Essential oils can present a toxic risk to companion animals and in particular cats. […]
Kennel Cough – causes, symptoms. treatment
Kennel Cough – causes, symptoms. treatment What is kennel cough and how do I know if my dog has it? Kennel cough or (acute) canine infectious tracheobronchitis, is a common, infectious upper respiratory disease seen in dogs. It is not usually a serious disease in most otherwise healthy dogs. However, it is very contagious and […]
Benefits of a healthy weight
Benefits of a healthy weight Keeping your pet at a healthy weight lowers their risk of certain health problems like arthritis, diabetes, high blood pressure, breathing problems, back problems, kidney disease, and some forms of cancer. It also can reduce your pet’s risk of joint injuries associated with excess weight. For those pets with arthritis, […]
When its time to say goodbye
When its time to say goodbye Making the decision to euthanise your pet is one of the hardest decisions you as a pet owner will ever make. While it is the last thing you can do for your pet, it is also one of the most important, to end suffering in terminal disease processes, or […]
Does your pet have bad breath?
Does your pet have bad breath Bad breath is one of the early signs your pet may have dental disease. As veterinarians, we are concerned about dental care for many reasons. Not only can dental disease cause your pet discomfort, the high levels of bacteria in a diseased mouth can periodically be released into the […]
Finding solutions to your dogs boredom and loneliness
Finding solutions to your dogs boredom and loneliness Wouldn’t it be good if you could spend all day at home with your dog? Unfortunately few of us are lucky enough to have a life of leisure and with some people’s busy lifestyles, dogs can be left alone at home for extended periods of time with […]
Worm treatment for your feathered friend
Worm treatment for your feathered friend As spring approaches, bird owners should be made aware of the need to de-worm their birds. All birds require worm treatment and different types of birds require different strategies to help keep worms under control. Birds in suspended cages, such as budgies, should be de-wormed once or twice a […]
SDMA testing and kidney disease
SDMA testing and kidney disease Kidney disease is an unfortunately common condition that we see in veterinary medicine, with one in three cats and one in ten dogs suffering from renal issues. The prognosis for these animals is affected by how quickly we pick up these changes in renal function. Traditionally, the blood and urine […]
Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease
Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease One of the more common reasons for cats visiting our clinic is for Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD), with issues including spraying, urinating inside, the presence of blood in the urine, pain and discomfort during urination, or being unable to pass urine at all. We often see ‘runs’ of […]
Paracetamol poisoning
Paracetamol poisoning Paracetamol is a common drug that we all keep at home but did you know that this house-hold medicine can be toxic to dogs and cats? Packets within easy reach can be too much of a temptation for some pets, which can lead to accidental ingestion. Well-meaning owners attempting to medicate their animals […]
