Dogtor Pete

08/09/2022

Cucumber 🥒 Safe Or Toxic To Dogs?

30/08/2022

Chocolate - Safe Or Toxic To Dogs?

16/08/2021

When you're trying to get some work done, but your patient demands your attention...

02/07/2021

Give Dobby A Sock... Dobby Wants To Be Free!

25/04/2021

Happy World Veterinary Day! 🐶🐱

Shoutout to all the vets, vet nurses, vet techs, kennel hands, receptionists, and vet practice managers that pursued their passion for working with animals and therefore making this world a better place.

As vets, we really do appreciate all the help that we receive from our support staff and I don't think they are always given enough credit for how much they contribute to saving animals' lives!

So thank you! Your hard work does not go unnoticed. 😁

P.S. This is a picture of me and my dog (Snoekie) on our farm when I was around 12 years old. Little did I know that I will one day be living my dream of working with animals every day!

21/04/2021

Wow! Today we reached two big milestones on YouTube:
- 1 000 Subscribers 🐕
- 100 000 Views! 🐈

Thank you all SO much for your support! I really enjoy making these videos and it's a great feeling knowing that somewhere in the world I can help someone, even if it is just to explain a difficult concept or disease that they are going through with their pet and by giving tips on what they can do to help their furry companion.

I am also learning a great deal by making these videos and hope that I will continue to provide value in a fun and entertaining way.

Onward and upward to the next milestones:
- 10 000 Subscribers & 1 Million Views!

Lekker!💪

11/03/2021

The liver is the second largest organ in the body and provides about 1 500 critical biomechanical functions.

It is, therefore, a very important multi-purpose organ that plays a central role in the body and because of this it is susceptible to many different problems that can threaten the health and wellbeing of your dog, so it is really important to be aware of the signs, causes, diagnosis, treatment and prevention methods of liver disease in dogs, which I will discuss in this video, in order to keep your pet in optimal health.

Now the prognosis really depends on the severity of the disease and whether or not the underlying cause can be treated and eliminated. The prognosis can be excellent if the cause can be eradicated before long-term damage occurs, as the liver is the only visceral organ known to regenerate.

Chronic or severe liver disease, unfortunately, carries a much worse prognosis, and treatment is therefore aimed to manage the progression of the disease and minimizing the symptoms.

So remember, when you notice any of these signs in your dog, take him to the vet as soon as possible, as early intervention and treatment is one of the key factors in treating liver disease and preventing serious signs.

Lekker!

The liver is the second largest organ in the body and provides about 1 500 critical biomechanical functions.It is, therefore, a very important multi-purpose ...

01/03/2021

No matter what your dog’s size is, he has a big heart. And although I am, in general, referring to the metaphorical sense of the word, some dogs actually do have a big heart which unfortunately can be detrimental to their health if not addressed early enough.

So make sure to watch this video as I’ll be explaining exactly what congestive heart failure in dogs is as well as what the causes, clinical signs, diagnoses, treatment and prevention methods are so that you can better equip yourself to buy some extra, high-quality time with your loyal companion.

Vigilant lifestyle management and proper home care may help extend your dog’s chances of survival from months to many years. And the sooner the condition can be identified and treatment is started, the better the chances of extending your dog’s life.

Let me know down in the comments if you ever had a dog that suffered from congestive heart failure and what you and your vet did to help him?

No matter what your dog’s size is, he has a big heart. And although I am, in general, referring to the metaphorical sense of the word, some dogs actually do ...

22/01/2021

Did you know, that after cancer, chronic kidney disease is considered to be the number two silent killer of dogs all over the world? It often develops unnoticed and when you finally do start to see clinical signs, it is often too late to treat and may take your dog’s life unexpectedly!

So make sure to watch this video as I’ll be explaining the causes, clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment and prevention methods for kidney disease in dogs so that you can better prepare yourself and potentially protect your dog from this horrible affliction.

Now your dog’s prognosis will depend on the severity of the disease and its stages of progression. While chronic renal failure in dogs cannot be reversed or cured, treatment and management aimed at reducing the contributing factors and symptoms can slow its progression and may add a few months to a few years of good quality life to your pet’s lifespan.

The earlier kidney failure is diagnosed and treated, the better the prognosis and the higher the probability that your pet’s life will be extended.

Let me know down in the comments if you ever had a dog that was diagnosed with kidney disease and what you and your vet did to help him?

Lekker!

Did you know, that after cancer, chronic kidney disease is considered to be the number two silent killer of dogs all over the world? It often develops unnoti...

15/01/2021

As a dog lover, I know that you want to keep your furry friend out of harm’s way at all times, but your pet’s curious nature do sometimes get them into all sorts of trouble. Animals investigate the world with their mouths and this often result in them accidentally ingesting something poisonous.

Every year, there are more than 214 000 cases of pet poisoning reported in the US alone. The surprising thing is that most of these were actually caused by household substances that may seem perfectly fine to you, but just because something is safe for people, does not mean it won’t hurt your beloved pet.

So in this video, I will be going over every single item in your household that could potentially harm your pet so that you can equip your house accordingly to ensure that your pets are kept safe and healthy.

Most of the things on this list may have come as a surprise to you, as they are common household items that we use on a daily basis. But again, just because it is safe for people or children, does not mean it is safe for dogs. Pets do not understand our language and therefore won’t always know what will and what won’t harm them.

It is therefore your responsibility as a pet owner to educate yourself on the things that are toxic to your pets and to modify your home in such a way that they cannot get access to these products.

The best cure is always prevention, and seeing that the treatment for most of these poisons can become quite intense, you will effectively safe a lot of money on vet bills if you do not expose your pets to these dangers in the first place.

If there is a specific poison or toxin that you would like to know more about, feel free to let me know down in the comments.

Lekker!

As a dog lover, I know that you want to keep your furry friend out of harm’s way at all times, but your pet’s curious nature do sometimes get them into all s...

31/12/2020

Most dogs will devour anything and everything without a moment’s hesitation. So it can become very concerning when your dog does not show any interest in his food, turns his nose up and walks away.

So in this video I will be discussing some of the most common, and some of the lesser known reasons why your dog is not eating. I will also be giving you some tips on what you can try to get their appetite back and will also point out when it is likely something serious that requires veterinary attention.

Your dog may be responding to your behavioural cues during mealtimes, or he may be enjoying the attention given when he doesn’t eat his food, thereby reinforcing the bad behaviour.

By keeping feeding time positive, the overall experience will also provide positive reinforcement for your dog. Praise your dog when he eats his food and give him attention only after the meal is gone.

Above all, be patient with your dog and watch him closely for signs of illness. And by applying consistent self-discipline over a long period of time, you should be able to cure your finicky eater.

Let me know down in the comments if your dog ever stopped eating and what you and your vet did to help get his appetite back on track?

Most dogs will devour anything and everything without a moment’s hesitation. So it can become very concerning when your dog does not show any interest in his...

24/12/2020

President Joe Biden is certainly not the first, and will hopefully not be the last to bring a pet to the White House. Dating all the way back to the late 1700’s, almost all of the US Presidents had some sort of animal companion that they welcomed into the White House.

I will bet my stethoscope that you will be REALLY surprised to find out what types of creatures crawled their way onto this list. ;)

It is quite evident that there is a pattern reflecting that the presidents that had the biggest love for animals, achieved the greatest things and will therefore be the most memorable for years to come.

And as Proverbs 12:10 says, “A righteous man cares for the needs of his animals”, we must learn from these influential giants in the past, embrace animal welfare and become advocates to stand against animal cruelty within our communities.

Let me know down in the comments which pets you found to be most interesting to see on this list and which US president was your favourite to date?

Have a blessed Christmas almal! :)

Lekker!

President Joe Biden is certainly not the first, and will hopefully not be the last to bring a pet to the White House. Dating all the way back to the late 170...