Craighall Veterinary Hospital

10/07/2025

Get a FREE branded Weruva multi-use lid (fits all tin sizes!) with every purchase of 6 Weruva tins at Craighall Veterinary Hospital.

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Pack Leader Pet Products

04/07/2025

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25/06/2025

🚨 Rat Poison Toxicity in Dogs and Cats:
What Every Pet Owner Needs to Know

Rodenticides (rat and mouse poisons) are a common cause of poisoning in pets, especially curious dogs and outdoor-roaming cats. These substances are designed to kill rodents, but they can just as easily harm or kill your pets. Eco-friendly labelled products are not pet safe.

🧪 Types of Rat Poisons and How They Affect Pets
Rodenticides come in several types each with different toxic effects, the most common being:
1. Anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin, bromadiolone)
* Prevent blood from clotting, leading to internal bleeding.
* Signs: Lethargy, coughing blood, pale gums, bruising, nosebleeds.
* Irreversible Effect: If untreated, massive internal hemorrhage can cause organ failure or death.
2. Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3)
* Causes dangerous elevations in calcium and phosphorus.
* Signs: Vomiting, increased thirst/urination, weakness, seizures.
* Irreversible Effect: Kidney failure: calcium deposits in the kidneys may lead to permanent damage even with treatment.

⚠️ Why It’s So Dangerous
* Delayed symptoms: Many toxins take hours to days to show effects, by which time serious damage may have occurred.
* No antidote for some poisons: Unlike anticoagulants (which may respond to vitamin K1), toxins like bromethalin and cholecalciferol have no specific antidote.

🚨 What To Do If You Suspect Poisoning
1. Do not wait for symptoms - time is critical.
2. Bring your pet and the product label or box to the nearest veterinary hospital.
3. Do NOT induce vomiting without professional guidance (some poisons cause caustic burns).

🛡️ Prevention Tips
* Never use rodenticides in areas accessible to pets.
* Store products in sealed, pet-proof containers.
* Consider non-toxic pest control alternatives.
* Supervise outdoor time for dogs; limit cats’ outdoor roaming.

🐾 Final Thoughts
Rat poison toxicity is a medical emergency. Early intervention can save lives, but some forms of damage, especially to the brain and kidneys, can be irreversible, even with aggressive treatment.
If you suspect your pet has been exposed to rodenticide, contact your veterinarian.

24/06/2025

If you ever need any afterhours assistance for a furr baby, go to one of the following 24/h vets

Bryanston Veterinary Hospital: 011 706 6023
Fourways Vet Hospital: 011 705 3411

23/06/2025

We have yet another appreciation post where we say thank you to Katja for her many years of donating blood to a countless number of patients. Katja is by far our most “capped” donor and we are so very grateful. We will miss you and say happy retirement!

19/06/2025

Appreciation post!
Joey is retiring from his role as a blood donor with us and we can’t thank him and his mom enough! You went above and beyond!

11/06/2025

Hurry on down before all the beds are gone in this cold weather!

06/06/2025

Hurry on down to get your free dog bed for winter from Hills!

13/05/2025

So proud to be part of this profession!

UP’s Faculty of Veterinary Science celebrated this milestone on 9 May 2025, when it capped its 100th Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc) class

02/05/2025

UPDATE - Collected by owner

‼️ STRAY ALERT ‼️

Black & White Female Yorky
Found on Alexandra Avenue

27/04/2025

‼️ STRAY ALERT ‼️

Very nervous Black & White kitten
Found on Talbragar Avenue

26/04/2025

Happy World Veterinary Day!

🌍🐾 Tomorrow is World Veterinary Day 2025! 🐾🌍

At SAVA, we’re proud to celebrate the dedicated professionals who work together to ensure the health and safety of our animals. Whether it's a veterinarian, nurse, technician, or researcher, every member of the veterinary team plays a crucial role in keeping our animals healthy and happy.

This year’s theme, “Animal Health Takes a Team,” highlights the importance of teamwork in animal healthcare. Thank you to all the veterinary professionals for your hard work and dedication!

Proudly brought to you by VTech Veterinary Pharmacies, supporting the veterinary community and helping them deliver exceptional care to animals everywhere.

Join us in celebrating the contributions of these amazing individuals and their collective impact on animal health worldwide. 🐾🐕🐈