What is Addison's disease? Addison's disease (hypoadrenocorticism) occurs when the adrenal glands stop producing cortisol and aldosterone, two steroid hormones. Cortisol helps your dog deal with stress whilst aldosterone aids the regulation of water and electrolytes in the body. What causes … [Read more...] about Addisons disease – Hypoadrenocorticism
Canine First Aid
In all cases of emergency, please take care – injured pets will not mean to, but they can panic and bite or scratch. The following is a short summary of the most pertinent advice in each scenario. If you are uncertain, call a vet before taking action. Creating a first aid kit Having a small first … [Read more...] about Canine First Aid
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
Allergies
Seasonal allergies Whilst we humans suffer from sneezing and sniffing thanks to allergens, our pet's allergies take the form of skin irritation or inflammation. If your cat or dog seems itchy at only certain times of year, they may be reacting to seasonal, environmental allergens. Signs and … [Read more...] about Allergies
Arthritis
What is arthritis? Arthritis is a degenerative joint disease which commonly affects middle-aged to senior dogs and cats, although it can affect pets at any age. Arthritis occurs when the cartilage in a joint erodes, causing the surface to become uneven. Joints can no longer glide past each other … [Read more...] about Arthritis
Managing a Bandage
If your pet as been sent home with a bandage on, it's important that as an owner, you know how to properly manage their bandage so that their wound heals quickly. Do- check the bandage regularly Do- ensure that it stays clean and dry Do- call us for advice if it gets wet or comes off … [Read more...] about Managing a Bandage
Travelling to the EU post-Brexit
As the UK has now left the EU, UK issued PET passports will no longer be valid for entry into the EU. The UK has been classed as a part 2 listed country; this means that your pet must be microchipped, vaccinated against rabies and have an Animal Health Certificate (AHC) issued by an official … [Read more...] about Travelling to the EU post-Brexit
Laser Therapy
Laser therapy has been in use in medical circles since the 1970s, but it is only in the last few years, with the advent of the Mark IV version, that is has become possible to deeply penetrate tissues in a relatively short time, making it a practical proposition to treat animals. Before going ahead, … [Read more...] about Laser Therapy
Grooming
All dogs benefit from being groomed as it removes dead hair and dirt and keeps the skin healthy. Dogs with long coats in particular may need regular grooming to prevent matting of the coat which prevents the skin breathing and can cause skin irritation. We recommend starting to brush your puppy … [Read more...] about Grooming
Noise Anxiety – How To Desensitise Your Pets
What is 'sound aversion' in cats and dogs? 'Sound aversion' or a fear of loud noises is quite a common problem in the pet world. It can be caused by a lack of exposure to loud sounds in early development, a genetic pre-disposition or even as an emotional response to a traumatic event. The symptoms … [Read more...] about Noise Anxiety – How To Desensitise Your Pets
