by Prevon Pereira | Jun 4, 2018 | Pet Advice
We usually think of arthritis as an “old dog” disease – and it usually does tend to affect our pets as they get older. But there are some conditions that can happen in younger dogs which can lead to early-onset joint disease, and knowing if your pet is at risk...
by Prevon Pereira | May 2, 2018 | Pet Advice
About 1 in 3 cats will Chronic kidney disease (CKD) in their lifetime. Whilst the kidneys damage can be caused by infections, toxins and immune mediated problems, the most common form of CKD will be related to an ageing kidney. Each kidney is made up of nephrons which...
by Prevon Pereira | May 2, 2018 | Pet Advice
When it comes to children and dogs, many people say that supervision is essential. But it is critical to understand that supervision alone may not always be the way to prevent a dog bite. Facts about dog attacks The most common victims are children between the ages of...
by Prevon Pereira | May 2, 2018 | Pet Advice
Dementia (also known as Canine Cognitive Dysfunction) has been recognised for some time and has many similarities to Alzheimer’s disease in humans. Some of this signs of the disease can be subtle so you may not even realise your elderly canine is effected by the...
by Prevon Pereira | May 2, 2018 | Pet Advice
Dry eye (also known as “keratoconjunctivitis sicca”) is a condition which is caused by a lack of tears. or poor tear function. Tears are vital for the health of the eye as they not only lubricate, but nourish the cornea. Without tears the cornea dries out,...
by Prevon Pereira | Apr 2, 2018 | Pet Advice
Jackson the cat came in for a check up. He had been drinking copious amounts of water over the past month and even though he usually had an excellent appetite, he was looking ‘a bit skinny.’ Examination revealed that Jackson was dehydrated and had lost...
