Seika Veterinary Clinic - Naguilian ELYU

26/11/2024

Grooming available daily from Monday to Saturday, 9am - 2pm!

See you ka naguilian!

25/11/2024

Good morning Ka-Naguilian! ❤️

-From our clinic cats!

16/11/2024

Patient BaoBao

Case of the Day: FLUTD (Struvite Crystals)

📌What are struvite bladder stones?
Struvite bladder stones are one of the most common bladder stones in cats. These stones are composed of a mineral called struvite, which is a combination of ammonium, phosphate, and magnesium.

These crystals are a normal finding in urine, at low levels. In some pets, however, crystals come together to form an actual stone within the urinary tract. These stones can irritate the urinary tract and have the potential to cause a urinary obstruction (blockage).

📌What causes struvite bladder stones?
➡️ Forms due to urinary tract infection. Certain species of urinary bacteria produce a chemical called urease, which leads to changes in urine acidity. Urease-producing bacteria can contribute to the formation of struvite stones.
➡️ formation of concentrated urine
➡️increased urine pH (alkaline urine)
➡️increased levels of magnesium and phosphorus within the urine.

📌Struvite stones have been shown to be more common in female cats than males.

📌Signs of bladder stones typically include: ➡️frequent urination, straining to urinate, blood in the urine, and urinating outside of the litterbox. Some cats show non-specific signs of discomfort, such as tiredness and decreased appetite. In some cats, bladder stones produce no symptoms at all.

📌A complete obstruction is potentially life threatening and requires immediate emergency treatment.

📌Diagnosis
➡️If your cat is having urinary issues, your veterinarian will first recommend a urinalysis (chemical analysis and microscopic examination).
➡️On microscopic examination, your veterinarian will likely see red blood cells (caused by irritation of the bladder wall), white blood cells (consistent with inflammation), and increased numbers of struvite crystals.
➡️Complete blood cell count and serum biochemistry profile (assess your cat’s overall health and rule out other medical conditions that may be contributing to your cat’s urinary signs)
➡️X-rays are the most effective way to diagnose bladder stones because most (including struvite) are visible on radiographs
➡️Ultrasound may also be used to visualize bladder stones.

📌 Treatment:
➡️Medical dissolution (dissolving) is accomplished by feeding a specially formulated prescription diet. These diets are intended to alter the pH and chemical composition of the urine in a way that causes the stone to gradually dissolve.
➡️ Antibiotics to treat UTI
➡️ Renal and bladder supplements
➡️Some cats are unable to eat a prescription diet, due to either a medical condition or factors in the home. In these cats, bladder stones can be surgically removed in a procedure called a cystotomy. A cystotomy is performed under general anesthesia.

📌 Prevention:
The most important step to preventing recurrence is to feed a prescription diet. These diets are specially formulated to create a urine environment that is less favorable for the formation of struvite bladder stones.

Source: ©️ Malcolm Weir, VCA.

🔹Baobao the cat was presented to us due to urethral blockage. He was confined for 3 days and was catheterized to ease up urination. Injectable medications and take home medications were given and we're happy that he is doing and responding well to his treatment. We're hoping for your faster recovery BAO BAO! See you on your follow up!

If you think your cat is experiencing the same symptoms, don't hesitate to contact your nearest Veterinarian. Urinary diseases are life threating problems! Should you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us. We are always happy to help your furbabies!

31/10/2024

Holiday Announcement!

26/10/2024

Dental Prophylaxis/cleaning: Why is it important?

A pet’s oral health (teeth, gums, and other parts of the mouth) plays a vital role in their overall health and quality of life. That’s why good dental care is essential for a pet (not to mention that a healthy mouth means more kisses without the dreaded bad breath) - source: Zoetis

Preventing or treating bad breath is certainly a big reason to get your pet in regularly for professional dental exams and cleanings. But the importance of caring for their teeth goes far beyond stinky breath. Over time pets can develop dental problems that cause inflammation and damage, which can lead to pain and loss of appetite. Untreated dental problems can result in serious complications like infection, abscess, tooth loss, bone decay around the teeth, and even fractures of the jaw. In the long run, treating these complications can end up costing a lot more than you might think you’d save by skipping regular dental cleanings.

To book an appointment, you may DM us through our page or call/text our clinic number at +63 927 658 9906. Strictly by appointment only.

See you Ka-Naguilian!

Ps. Thank you Ma'am Princess Casallo for bringing Milky for routine Dental Cleaning ❤️

11/10/2024

Another set of spayed ming-mings! Thank you po for availing our Low Cost Kapon ❤️
To book an appointment, you may personally visit our clinic or send your inquiries through our Facebook or through our phone number. See you Ka-Naguilian!,

02/10/2024

Good news Ka-Naguilian! Our Low Cost Kapon is extended until October 30! Hurry and avail our promo and get discounts on cat core vaccines.

We highly advocate spaying and neutering your cats/dogs to reduce unwanted strays. Our Low Cost promo is created to help the community in keeping the stray population at low therefore reducing inhumane death of strays and reducing rabies cases.

For inquiries, you may visit our clinic at Delizo Building, Bagulin Road, Ortiz, Naguilian, La Union or you can send us a personal message via Facebook or through our phone number. Our Low Cost Kapon promo is strictly by appointment only. See you!!

01/10/2024

Rainy Day Cat Vaccines Promo!!! Hurry and avail them now ❤️🎉

10/09/2024

Seika Veterinary Clinic - Naguilian ELYU mourns the loss of our dear Resident Junior Veterinarian, Doc Damerson Togmoy. He has been a great doctor and colleague for the past 8 months. His compassion and jolly character has caught the heart of all the staffs of Seika Veterinary Clinic.

The whole family and management of Seika Veterinary Clinic extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved Family of our dearest Doc Damerson.

May your soul rest in peace Doc Dam! 🕊️😢 You will be truly missed!! 😢🥹🥹

01/09/2024

Seika Veterinary Clinic will not operate tomorrow - September 2, 2024. Regular clinic hours will resume on Tuesday - September 3, 2024 from 9am to 5pm. We apologize for the late notice and thank you for understanding! ❤️

30/08/2024

Due to our dedication of reducing unwated stray cats and dogs and our passion for keeping your fur babies live a longer, healthier life, we will extend our LOW COST KAPON promo until the end of September. In addition to that, you will automatically get a 25% discount on Dental Prophylaxis/Cleaning for your dogs and cats when you avail of our LOW COST KAPON promo.

*Mechanics and requirements for our Low Cost Kapon promo can be found in the featured/pinned post.

What are you waiting for? Book an appointment now! 🐶🐱

26/08/2024

Announcement!

Our vet on duty called in sick and cannot come to the clinic tomorrow morning. Tho we are still open for the whole day, we will only cater non consultation/non vaccination appointments in the morning. Usual consultation and vaccination hours will resume in the afternoon. Thank you for understanding and we apologize for the late notice!

Schedule for August 27, 2024
9AM - 12PM: Deworming, tick and flea preventives, grooming and Veterinary supplies only

1PM - 5PM: Vaccination and Consultation

23/08/2024

Announcement!

Seika Veterinary Clinic - Naguilian ELYU will be closed tomorrow. The usual clinic hours will resume on Monday, August 26, 2024 at 9am. We apologize for the late notice!

Happy Weekend Ka-Naguilian!

21/08/2024

21/08/2024

We are happy to announce that Seika Veterinary Clinic - Naguilian ELYU is now offering ultrasonography services 😁

Pregnancy diagnosis and other disease diagnosis are now made easier! For appointments, kindly send us a message thru our page or through our clinic number at 09276589906

We also offer other laboratory services:
☑️ Microscopy:
▫️Fecalysis
▫️Urinalysis
▫️skin and ear cytology
▫️skin scraping
▫️ear mites test
▫️vaginal cytology
▫️impression smear for TVT
▫️Fine Needle Aspirate for Tumor Cell Detection

☑️ Wood's lamp for fungal detection
☑️Fluorescein dye test for corneal ulcers
☑️ Urinalysis: Urine Strips
☑️Doppler test

☑️ Antibody/Antigen Test
▫️ Canine Parvovirus
▫️ Canine Distemper
▫️ Canine Heartworm
▫️ Canine Ehrlichiosis
▫️ 3 way test for Ehrlichia, Babesia and Anaplasma

19/08/2024

Patient Pichi ❤️

Pichi was brought to us due to a deep corneal ulceration on her left eye. She has been under medication for almost 2 weeks now. Here we can see some good improvements already, but we are hoping for her faster recovery.

Get well soon pichi girl ☺️
Thank you ma'am Rystine for trusting us!

For consultation, wellness appointments and grooming services, kindly send us a message thru our page or thru our phone number at 09276589906.

08/08/2024

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL CAT'S DAY!!! 😺 🐈 🐱

Greetings from our two resident clinic cats ❤️❤️