Has your child ever expressed interest in working with animals? 🐾🩺 Becoming a vet is a popular aspiration for children, but the role of vet surgeons involves much more than spending time with cute animals.
Did you know that days at our practice are usually like this? And we didn’t even mention all the behind-the-scenes nursing, maintenance and admin work!
If you could name your pet’s favourite hobby, what would it be? Running faster than you can catch them? Agility training? Playing? Show us in the comments below! 👇
Cushing’s disease is usually diagnosed in middle-aged to older dogs, so these signs are often mistakenly attributed to old age. 🐶
This condition is caused by long-term exposure to excessive amounts of glucocorticoids. Glucocorticoids are naturally produced in the body as part of our pets’ metabolism, and their production can be elevated due to a problem in the pituitary or the adrenal glands. They can also be administered as medication to treat certain conditions (like skin allergies), which is why close monitoring is recommended in these cases.
The good news is Cushing’s disease can often be treated, and disease management can improve not just your dog’s quality of life but also yours, as it can reduce the chances of house soiling or having to treat persistent skin infections.
If you spot these signs in your dog, don’t hesitate to book an appointment with us!
Have you ever heard of the Bengal cat breed? These beautiful feline friends are known for their distinctive spotted coat and graceful agility, making them one of the most popular breeds in the world! 🐈
We can’t help but be absolutely captivated by their intelligence, natural charm and unending curiosity. They are perfect for active owners that can meet the high mental and physical needs of this born athlete, as boredom is their worst enemy.
Are you the lucky friend of a Bengal? Show us your best pictures! 📷
When the vet takes two kittens home…
Poor Frank burnt holes in his shell two years ago so now they’ve healed I’ve filled with epoxy putty then painted them to match his camo! Afrika Korps Desert Yellow and Dark Earth with light weathering to match 🤗😂
Many cat owners are familiar with FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) and FeLV (Feline Leukaemia Virus), two very common viruses that can lead to serious or even fatal illnesses.
Disease progression is characterised by destruction of the immune system and, unfortunately, there is no cure. However, we have a number of options to manage these diseases and make sure your cat is comfortable.
This is especially important if your cat lives with other cats, if you have recently added another cat to the family, or if your cat has outdoor access.
Unlike FIV, a vaccine is available for FeLV, so don't hesitate to contact us if you'd like more information about vaccinating your feline friend. 💉
If you’ve ever adopted a puppy, you’ve probably heard of canine parvovirus. This illness can be life-threatening in puppies and is one of the diseases that vaccinations protect against. 💉
Check out our video, and get in touch right away if you spot these signs on your puppy!
