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Why is My Dog Having Diarrhoea?
Why is my dog having diarrhoea?Unfortunately, diarrhoea is a common condition that can affect dogs, but just because it is common doesn’t mean it is a straightforward issue to diagnose. Diarrhoea can range from mild softening of stools to severe watery stools with...
Cushing’s Disease in Dogs
What is cushings? Cushing’s disease, which is formally known as Hyperadrenocorticism, is one the most commonly diagnosed hormonal disease in dogs. Hormones are special molecules which circulate around the body to regulate bodily functions. Imagine them as...
When Should I Get My Dog Desexed? Early Vs Late Desexing
When should I get my dog desexed? This is one of the most common questions we get asked during a routine puppy consultation. Continue reading for some answers to these commonly asked questions about desexing! For more specific answers on desexing based on the breed or...
The Best Age for Desexing Dog Based on Breed and Weight
There is no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ answer when it comes to deciding when to desex your dog. The following studies are simply a guideline that may help you make a more informed decision. However, your decision may be influenced by additional factors such as: - Increased...
Top 5 Pet Friendly Plants to brighten your home
So now that you know about all the plants we need to keep OUT of our homes (if you haven’t seen my previous blog click here), as promised - today’s blog will be all about… PET FRIENDLY PLANTS! I personally love having plants at home but after getting my puppy Putty, I...
7 Popular Household Plants That Are Toxic For Dogs & Cats
With all of us spending so much time inside during COVID19, plant ownership is definitely on the rise. With this in mind, it’s particularly important we ensure any new plants we’re bringing into our home are also safe for our furbabies! Despite being a vet myself, I...
Vomiting in Dogs
My dog just vomited! What do I do?!?! When it comes to vomiting in dogs, the range of causes can be as innocuous as a mild belly ache to life threatening diseases. Therefore it is important to determine and understand the common causes of vomiting in dogs to decide...
First 12 Months of Your Kitten’s Life
New kitten parents: What to expect in the first 12 months! Are you about to become a new kitten purr-rent? Is this your first kitten ever and you’re feeling a mixture of excitement and nerves? Or maybe it’s your second or third (or even fourth kitten!) and you’re...
Why You Shouldn’t Feed Chicken and Rice to Your Pets!
Should I feed my pet chicken and rice when they have diarrhoea? It is common knowledge to offer your pet a ‘bland’ diet when they develop signs of gastrointestinal upset such as vomiting or diarrhoea. The thought behind this is to simply give their gut a ‘break’ and...
New Puppy Checklist
The Ultimate Puppy Checklist: Top 10 things to buy for your new puppy Are you about to become a new puppy paw-rent? Have you been waiting for your new four-legged furry family member and it’s finally happening? Amongst all the excitement and nerves, don’t forget to...
