by Prevon Pereira | Sep 5, 2018 | Pet Advice
Have you ever seen your dog dragging his or her bottom along the ground? This peculiar act is known as ‘scooting’ and can indicate your dog has irritated anal glands. The infamous anal glands are located on either side of your dog’s anus. Each gland...
by Prevon Pereira | Sep 5, 2018 | Pet Advice
Spring is here and we want to keep your pet happy and healthy. Here are some spring hazards you should be aware of: Bee and wasp stings can lead to pain and swelling at the site of the sting. Some pets can have an anaphylactic reaction to a sting and this can be life...
by Prevon Pereira | Sep 5, 2018 | Pet Advice
When it comes to managing the itchy pet, there is no magic pill. It’s all about prevention of parasites and taking action before things get out of control. Here are our top tips for healthy skin: 1. Be vigilant with flea treatment all year round for all pets in...
by Prevon Pereira | Sep 5, 2018 | Pet Advice
Itchy skin can cause absolute chaos and really affect your dog’s quality of life. One of the most common and frustrating ‘itchy skin’ conditions we see in dogs is atopic dermatitis. This inflammatory condition is caused by a reaction to allergens in...
by Prevon Pereira | Sep 5, 2018 | Pet Advice
Last month we introduced you to Rocky the cat, and this month we’d like to let you in on Rocky’s little secret … he’s allergic to fleas! Fleas are a number one cause of skin problems in pets. When a flea bites your pet, their saliva leads to an...
by Prevon Pereira | Sep 3, 2018 | Pet Advice
Atopy and Allergic Dermatitis – what is it? Allergic dermatitis, also known as Atopic Dermatitis refers to inflammation of the skin which is often triggered by environmental allergens. An allergen is a substance which may cause an allergic reaction such as pollen and...
