We are very proud to now offer Phovia light therapy at Heathfield Vets, the latest innovation in veterinary dermatology. Phovia is a clinically-proven, two-part system, comprised of a powerful LED lamp that emits a blue light that when it comes in contact with a special chromophore gel applied to … [Read more...] about Phovia Light Therapy
Anaesthesia Q & A
What is general anaesthesia? General anaesthesia (GA) is a loss of consciousness and sensation. This enables us to perform procedures on our patients without them feeling pain or moving around. There are three aims that we have for each general anaesthetic: Unconsciousness Muscle … [Read more...] about Anaesthesia Q & A
Saying Goodbye
Making the decision to say goodbye to your beloved pet is one of the most difficult decisions you will make as an owner. Euthanasia or having a pet 'put to sleep' is often the kindest way to give your pet a dignified passing, without pain and suffering. When is the right time to euthanise my … [Read more...] about Saying Goodbye
Eye Health Issues
Your pet can suffer with a number of different eye health issues in their life time. It is important to recognise the signs quickly, as early intervention not only prevents pain and discomfort, but also helps save their vision in some cases. Some eye conditions are more common in certain breeds, but … [Read more...] about Eye Health Issues
Constipation and Megacolon
Constipation means infrequent or difficult defecation and can be a serious health concern in cats. The longer the faeces sits in the colon, the more water is absorbed from it, making it firmer, drier and more difficult to pass. Constipation is most common in middle aged to older cats but can occur … [Read more...] about Constipation and Megacolon
Poisons
Our pets can be less than discerning when deciding what to eat, dogs especially are prone to eating whatever they find that looks tasty. It's important as an owner to be aware of the most common poisons you may find in your house and keep them well out of reach of pets. If you … [Read more...] about Poisons
Epilepsy
What is epilepsy? Epilepsy is a chronic condition which causes seizures both in dogs and more rarely in cats. It is divided into two categories, idiopathic (no known cause) and symptomatic (has an underlying cause). In most cases it is a lifelong condition which is manageable with … [Read more...] about Epilepsy
Chronic Kidney Disease
What do kidneys do? The kidneys perform a variety of functions including managing blood pressure, making hormones and removing toxic waste substances from the blood to be excreted as urine. What is Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)? CKD occurs due to damage to the kidneys over time, sometimes months … [Read more...] about Chronic Kidney Disease
Feline Hyperthyroidism
What does the thyroid do? The thyroid glands are located in the neck and are responsible for producing thyroid hormones which, amongst other functions, help to regulate a cat's metabolism. What is hyperthyroidism? Hyperthyroidism is caused by an overproduction of thyroid hormone due to an … [Read more...] about Feline Hyperthyroidism
Feline lower-urinary tract disease (FLUTD)
What is the condition? The name is a collective term used for several different issues of the bladder and the urethra seen in cats. This condition is most commonly seen in overweight, middle aged, neutered male, indoor cats fed on a dry diet, living in multi-cat households. These cats tend to not … [Read more...] about Feline lower-urinary tract disease (FLUTD)
