Why is a mass on a pet like visit to a veterinary congress?
Well, having as much information as we can about something is always going to be a good idea!
Whether it is a lump that is concerning an owner, or a great veterinary gettogether!!
For a vet congress we have proceedings and apps, and for lumps we now have the @htvista_ to add to our clinics skills and current toolbox of FNAs, biopsies and surgeries.
The HT Vista allows us to scan masses on pets, in clinic and in less than a minute, and get a Cancer Risk value with 90% sensitivity (so will identify 90% of masses that are a concern and warrant further investigation) and 98% Negative Predictive Value.
We have been using it to great success in my clinic as a nurse-led procedure, meaning we get efficient use of our team, an expansion of their skillset and our clients benefit from a cutting edge service with a professional they trust.
And great news! HT Vista has launched its new diagnostic capabilities and will demonstrate it for the first time at @thebsava congress this week you must see it yourself!
The lovely team are on stand C42 for a chat and a demo!
#HTVista #cancerdetection #caninecancerdetection #caninecancerscreening #cancerscreening #dogcancerscreening #catthevet
To be clear, my issue is not with this creator. She is very good at what she does and took on a job, I assume, in good faith.
My issue is with this brand giving her a script claiming to have ‘patients’ when the truth is that she doesn’t.
And there is absolutely no disclaimer in the ad or the caption that makes this clear.
This is not ok.
There is a great deal of misinformation about pet diets in this advert but it is extremely believable given how this creator is dressed and the script she is reading.
I was genuinely appalled when I saw it.
You can feed your cats whatever you wish but my advice would be to not reward this kind of behaviour with sales
#petfood #badpetfoodadverts #catthevet
I do so love it when ‘influencers’ throw my profession under the bus in hopes of making a few sales on the TikTok shop 🙄🤦🏼♀️
If you are going to buy anything to support your pet’s dental health, look for the VOHC seal of approval, or take advice from a qualified veterinary professional, not a TikTok influencer.
But remember, nothing replaces regular brushing and regular veterinary cleanings under an anaesthetic 😊
#catthevet #vohcseal #vohc #petdentalhealth
It is so wonderful to see these beautiful dogs with their natural born ears and tail at @crufts!
We really show the rest of the world how to do it!
#crufts #giantschnauzer #catthevet
What I would, and wouldn’t, buy in this weeks pet event at @aldiuk
Are you a middle aisle shopper? What would you pick up?
@aldispecialbuysuk
#aldi #aldimiddleaisle #aldipetevent #catthevet
Will we see dogs that look like this at this year’s @crufts ?
Maybe not but it is looking potentially more hopeful for the future!
And this year for the first time ever English Bulldogs, Pugs and French Bulldogs but have an up to date breathing assessment before they enter the ring and a BOAS score of 3 or above will mean they cannot compete.
Which is another step towards a genuine commitment to the improvement of health in these dogs and I hope we will see this built on in the future.
The wording from the @thekennelclubuk;
· Exhibitors of Bulldogs, French Bulldogs and Pugs
All Bulldogs, French Bulldogs and Pugs 12 months old on or before Thursday 6th March 2025 will need to have a valid Respiratory Function Grading Scheme assessment result to enter and compete at Crufts 2025. An assessment must be in date, i.e. no older than two years from the start of the show. Dogs turning 12 months on or after 1st January 2025 will be eligible to have their dog assessed at the show prior to entry to their class. All dogs assessed as Grade 3 will not be able to enter the show.
#crufts #englishbulldog #frenchbulldog #pug #bostonterrier #catthevet
Is the diet being denigrated here the ‘best’ food for a puppy? Probably not. It is complete and balanced for growth but is otherwise pretty basic in terms of the nutrition.
But does that mean it is a bad food and full of rubbish? Absolutely not.
There are other diets on the market that are supplemented with things not essential but definitely helpful for growth and development, like Essential Fatty Acids, which are probably preferable if they are affordable for you, but I would certainly never judge someone for feeding this if that is what was in their budget.
Also, this diet is made by one of the world’s leading pet food manufacturers, with a huge staff of skilled nutritionists, food scientists and excellent quality controls as standard.
The same cannot be said of the diet whose advert this is…..
Also, this food has been on the market for decades, so it really can’t be that dreadful!
So, if this is the diet that is affordable for you, are you doing a bad job? Definitely not.
Should you reward the brand that gave this influencer this script with a purchase? Not in my opinion.
You can feed whatever you wish, but don’t fall for this kind of advertising!
#badadvert #terriblepetfoodadvert #catthevet
How Do You Show Your Cat You Love Them?
Cat Parents!
I have teamed up with Ever Clean UK to show you how to love your cats this Valentine's Day!
😍❤️😻
Did you know? Puppies need to sleep around 18-20 hours a day!
This is vital for healthy development and to stop them from turning into overtired toddlers!
So when they are snoozing, make sure they are left undisturbed! 🤫❤️
(And yes, that is something disgusting she found in the garden all over her chin! 🙄🤦🏼♀️🤣)
#puppyadvice #maplethelabrador #catthevet
This is a great example of brilliant care for sore, itchy, yeasty feet.
Itchy feet often have a yeast overgrowth, and treating that as well as the underlying cause of the irritation is really important to get on top of the discomfort.
Yeast in low numbers are a normal part of the skin’s microbiome but if the skin becomes swollen and sore, then the yeast numbers will rise and in higher amounts they can be as irritating as the underlying problem itself, which is often allergies.
So it is really important when dogs have sore feet, that we treat both the primary problem, most commonly an allergy, and the secondary infection.
You can soak them in medicated shampoos like this video is showing or use medicated wipes.
This creator is using the Douxo range, which is one I really rate and regularly prescribe. It comes in shampoo, mousse and wipes. The Pyo version is anti-yeast, anti-bacterial and moisturising, the latter of which is very helpful for restoring the skin’s natural balance.
Does your dog struggle with their feet?
#yeastyfeet #frenchbulldog #excellentcare #douxopyo #catthevet
This is the Dangerous Dog Act in action.
The DDA is about more than just banned breeds.
I hope Jack has learnt his lesson & cares for Elvis responsibly and, because of his ears & tail, privately.
Apparently Elvis is OK & being held in police kennels.
*Jack was given jail time (but immediately bailed) because he was under a suspended sentence for an unrelated driving incident. Although people can be jailed under the DDA, in this case it wasn’t a direct sentance*
#DDA #catthevet
A British small animal vet spreading the word about good pet health care and responsible ownership!
