Health Information

Lots of dogs present to us with stiffness and soreness relating to osteoarthritis (OA). OA is an under-diagnosed condition that many owners consider ‘part of getting old’. Many of us live incredibly busy lives and the early signs of OA are often missed. Many dogs (and cats too!) only come in for a vet visit…

Before diagnosing SA, the importance of getting your dog health checked by a veterinarian must be emphasised. This is because many of the clinical signs listed above (e.g. foot chewing, inappropriate elimination) can indicate other disease processes and these must be identified and managed appropriately first. Treatments options for SA follow a three step approach:…

Periodontal disease is one of the most common conditions that veterinarians see in general practice. It may be surprising to know that more than 85% of dogs and cats >4 years of age have periodontal concerns. For the vast majority of animals, good home care regimes and regular check ups at the vet can help…

A sore ear is a common problem for dogs and cats. The design of dogs’ and cats’ ear canals is in an ‘L’ shape, this allows debris, wax and moisture to accumulate within the ear. Certain anatomical features and behaviours of some breeds can predispose them to being more likely to suffer ear problems: Cocker…