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Pancreatitis in Dogs
What is the pancreas?The pancreas is a vital organ which lies on the right side of the abdomen. It has 2 main functions: To produce enzymes which help in food digestion (carbohydrates, proteins and fat) To produce hormones like insulin and glucagon, which regulates...
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) in Dogs
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) in dogs, especially females, are fairly common compared to cats. UTIs occur when bacteria travel up the urethra into the bladder from the outside environment, causing infection and inflammation (bacterial cystitis). If left untreated,...
Dental Disease
Why is dental care important?Recent studies indicate 70% of adult cats and 80% of adult dogs show symptoms of oral disease by the time they are 3 years old! Just like humans, we only have one set of adult teeth for life so it is important that we look after them. If...
Retained Deciduous (Baby) Teeth in Dogs
What are retained deciduous (baby) teeth?Just like human beings, dogs have a set of deciduous (baby) teeth, which fall out and are replaced by a set of permanent adult teeth. Most puppies lose their baby teeth when they are around 4-5 months old, however, some smaller...
Chronic Kidney Disease in Pets
What is chronic kidney disease?Kidneys are responsible for filtering the chemicals you want to keep in the body from chemicals that need to be removed in the urine, balancing salts and mineral levels (e.g. electrolytes), and maintaining appropriate water levels within...
Chocolate Toxicity
Did you know chocolate is very toxic to our furry friends? Why is chocolate toxic to my pet?Chocolate is toxic to dogs and cats mainly due to a chemical called “theobromine” It acts similarly to caffeine and will speed up the heart rate, stimulate the nervous system...
Blocked Cat
What is a “blocked cat”?The fancy term for a “blocked cat” is feline lower urinary tract obstruction. This means the urethra (the tube that runs from the bladder to the outside world) is blocked. When this tube is blocked, your cat can’t pee. They will probably try,...
Atopic dermatitis
What is atopy?The immune system plays a crucial role in keeping harmful intruders under control, such as bacteria and viruses that can otherwise cause serious disease. Atopy is a type of allergy where the immune system has an inappropriate overreaction to common...
Cushing’s Disease (Hyperadrenocorticism or HyperA)
What is Cushing’s disease? Cushing’s disease, also known as hyperadrenocorticism, is one the most commonly diagnosed hormonal (or endocrine) disease in senior dogs. Hormones are the chemical messengers of the body, relating signals to different organs to make sure...
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...