The nutritional requirements of a puppy are very different to those of an adult dog and these needs change as they grow and mature. Puppies go through multiple growth phases and it is important to meet their nutritional needs to help provide them with the best start to life. Different sizes of … [Read more...] about Puppy Nutrition
Puppy Confidence Classes
Join us for puppy confidence classes every Thursday at 10:30am We are so happy to invite puppies that are registered with us and using us as their regular practice to our newly reimagined 'puppy parties', with a focus on puppy socialisation and confidence. We are launching a four week course aimed … [Read more...] about Puppy Confidence Classes
Pre-consultation calming medication
Many dogs and cats can find coming to the vets stressful despite everyone's best efforts to make the experience as calm as possible. Certain procedures can be be triggers for some patients such as having their nails clipped, having blood taken or having their ears examined. If they need to visit … [Read more...] about Pre-consultation calming medication
Cushing’s disease – Hyperadrenocorticism
What is Cushing's disease? Cushing's disease (hyperadrenocorticism) occurs when the adrenal glands over produce the steroid hormone cortisol. Cushing's is uncommon in cats, while it is more common in dogs. What causes Cushing's disease? The most common cause of Cushing's disease is a benign … [Read more...] about Cushing’s disease – Hyperadrenocorticism
Pancreatitis
The pancreas is a small organ that sits next to the stomach. It produces enzymes to help digestion; when these enzymes become activated too early (within the pancreas rather than in the small intestine) they can begin to digest the pancreas, leading to inflammation known as … [Read more...] about Pancreatitis
Phovia Light Therapy
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
Caesareans and Whelping Issues
Caesareans in bitches Caesarean sections in bitches are classed as an emergency. Bitches should be able to naturally deliver their puppies and this is ideally done in a safe, familiar place for the bitch. However, under some circumstances, surgical intervention may be necessary to safely remove the … [Read more...] about Caesareans and Whelping Issues
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
Patella luxation
Luxating patella is another term for a dislocating kneecap. In a healthy dog's knee, the patella (kneecap) sits in a groove (trocheal groove) in the femur and slides up and down this groove as the knee bends. A luxating patella means the kneecap slips out of this groove, prohibiting the knee from … [Read more...] about Patella luxation
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
