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Monday 08:00 - 17:30 Tuesday 08:00 - 17:30 Wednesday 08:00 - 17:30 Thursday 08:00 - 17:30 Friday 09:00 - 17:30 Saturday 08:00 - 12:00

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20/11/2024

Puppy rocking his buster collar with cone-fidence 😅😂

15/11/2024

🎉🐾🎂 Happy 40th Birthday Dr Ameen! 🐾🎉

Today, we celebrate not just an incredible veterinarian but someone with a heart as big as his love for animals! Your dedication to every patient, your passion for what you do, and the kindness you show to everyone inspire us daily.

We’re so lucky to have you leading the team—may this milestone year bring as much joy as you bring to all of us! Here's to many more years of making a difference.

08/11/2024

When you’re trying to look fierce, but the tongue just won’t cooperate! 😜🐶

31/10/2024

Wishing a bright and joyful Diwali to our wonderful clients and their furry companions! May this festival of lights bring health, happiness, and harmony to you and your pets. 🪔✨🐾

29/10/2024

Meet handsome Boogie😍, a male cat who recently experienced a blocked bladder. Fortunately, he is on the mend and recovering well. Blocked bladders in male cats are potentially life-threatening and need immediate attention.

Here’s what you should know:

What is a Blocked Bladder?
A blocked bladder, or urethral obstruction, occurs when a cat’s urethra (the tube that allows urine to pass from the bladder) becomes obstructed. This prevents urine from leaving the body, leading to a buildup of toxins in the bloodstream and causing severe complications.

Causes
The most common cause of a blocked bladder is the formation of crystals or stones in the urine. These can combine with mucus to form a plug that obstructs the urethra. Stress, diet, and dehydration can also contribute to this condition. Male cats are more prone to blockages due to their narrower urethras.

Signs to Look For
If your cat shows any of these signs, it could indicate a urinary blockage:
- Straining to urinate with little to no output
- Frequent trips to the litter box
- Crying out in pain while urinating
- Licking the ge***al area excessively
- Lethargy, vomiting, or loss of appetite

Why It’s an Emergency
A blocked bladder can cause the bladder to rupture and lead to kidney failure if untreated. Immediate veterinary care is essential to relieve the obstruction, flush the bladder, and stabilize your cat.

Prevention and Care
Maintaining a healthy diet, ensuring adequate water intake, and reducing stress can help prevent urinary blockages. If your cat has had a blockage before, special diets that prevent crystal formation may be recommended.

If you suspect your cat is struggling to urinate, please contact our clinic right away. Early intervention can save your pet’s life! We’re here to help – just like we did for Boogie.

24/10/2024

It’s important to help pets stay calm and safe during the fireworks. Here are some tips to help:

1. Create a Safe Space: Prepare a quiet, comfortable room where pets can retreat to when fireworks start. Ideally, this space should be away from windows and outside noise.

2. Keep Pets Indoor: Bring your pets indoors during fireworks. Closing windows, curtains, and playing calming music can help reduce the noise.

3. Use Calming Products: Calmeze can help ease stress for dogs and cats during loud events. This works best when started in advance. Please note that all pets are different and some may require a multi modal approach.

4. Stay Calm and Comfort Your Pet: Pets often pick up on their owner's emotions. Remember to stay calm, and if your pet seems anxious, you can offer comfort but should avoid overly coddling as it may reinforce fear.

5. Desensitization: If the fireworks are still a few days away, you can gradually desensitize your pets by playing recordings of fireworks at a low volume and gradually increasing it to help your pet get used to the sound. This works best if started from young but can still be taught to older pets.

6. Exercise Before Fireworks: Take your dogs for a long walk or engage them in play earlier in the day, so they are more relaxed and tired by the time fireworks start.

7. Ensure Microchips Are Up-to-Date: Fireworks can cause pets to panic and escape. Ensuring pets have updated identification will help reunite them more quickly if they get lost.

8. Consult with a Vet for Severe Anxiety: If your pet has severe anxiety, it may be worth discussing with the veterinarian whether anti-anxiety medication might help during the fireworks.

22/10/2024

Puppy fever called and we could not hang up 🥹 📞

15/10/2024

Forget angels or devils when you've got a furry life coach on your shoulder! 🥹😂

08/10/2024

Double trouble at the vet! 😋 Ready for their shots and all the love ❤️ 😍

01/10/2024

Sit. Stay. Be adorable. Nailed it. 😍

28/09/2024

🐾 World Rabies Day: Let's Keep Our Pets Safe! 🐾
Today is World Rabies Day, a reminder of how crucial it is to protect our pets and communities from this deadly disease. Rabies is 100% preventable with the right care and vaccination, but it still poses a serious threat in many parts of the world.

Did You Know?
- 🦠 Rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms appear. Prevention is key!
- 🐕 Dogs are the most common source of human rabies cases globally.
- 💉 Vaccination is the only effective way to protect your pets. Keeping their vaccinations up to date is essential.
- 🌍 More than 59,000 people die annually from rabies, mostly due to dog bites in areas with poor access to vaccines.
- 🛡️ Immediate action can save lives. If bitten by a suspected rabid animal, seek medical care and get a rabies shot as soon as possible.

We’re committed to keeping your furry friends safe and healthy. If your pet is due for their rabies vaccine or you're unsure about their vaccination status, contact us to assist.

Together, we can fight rabies and protect both our pets and our families. Let’s !

26/09/2024

When the vet says it's just a minor injury, but you're milking it for all the extra treats and attention!😂🥹❤️

24/09/2024

Happy Heritage Day! 🇿🇦

Today, we celebrate the diverse cultures that make our nation so special 🫶🏼

Please note that we are closed today but will reopen tomorrow as normal. Enjoy the day with your loved ones and furry friends!🐾❤️

21/09/2024

We're open! 8am -11:30am. Last consult at 11am 🐾

17/09/2024

Who else dug out their granny sweaters for this cold front? 🧶🐾 Staying warm and looking fabulous—pet edition! 😍

12/09/2024

Joe’s been coming to us for years… and he’s finally figured out how to stall his check-up! 😂

10/09/2024

Free belly rubs with consult, sorry, pets only! 🤪

02/09/2024

Spring into savings with 10% off all tick and flea products! Keep your pets protected this season.

Offer valid on Bravecto, Nexgard and Simparica from the 2nd of September till the 14th of September 2024

Address

63 Roberts Road, Clarendon
Pietermaritzburg
3201

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:30
Thursday	08:00 - 17:30
Friday	09:00 - 17:30
Saturday	08:00 - 12:00

Telephone

+27333452291

Website

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