Megaoesophagus In Dogs - Diagnosis And Management [easy-social-share] Megaoesophagus in dogs is a rare and incurable disease that occurs when there is a loss of tone and motility of the oesophagus (food pipe). Animals affected by megaoesophagus have trouble eating and often struggle with regurgitation. This occurs because the oesophagus dilates and loses the ability [...]
Dog Tooth Extraction - Costs And Treatment It's not uncommon to find that your pet has a broken tooth. Or your vet discovers a fractured tooth during a routine health check such as when you present your pet for vaccination. Most animals that have broken teeth display few, if any, signs of pain. This, however, [...]
Why Desex A Dog? Pros & Cons Of Spaying & Neutering [easy-social-share] The decision to desex a dog can be a very difficult one for many owners. There is a lot of confusing information on the internet with a lot of conflicting opinions, even amongst vets. In this article, we will look at the bigger [...]
How To Tell If Your Pet Is In Pain [easy-social-share] No one likes seeing their pet in pain, but how can we be sure that pain is the problem? Sometimes signs are very obvious - your dog is lame, your horse is colicking, or your cat is snarling at you when you touch their coat. [...]
How To Feed Bones Safely To Dogs [easy-social-share] There are many conflicting opinions related to whether we should feed our dogs' bones. When asked their opinion as to whether feeding bones to dogs is a good idea, many vets will give you the hard NO, while others will advise - "it depends". Feeding bones isn't [...]
Whelping Bitch: How To Tell If Your Dog Is About To Give Birth To Puppies ⚠ Emergency Action Please contact your vet immediately if no pups have been born and there is: 1. brown/green vaginal discharge and/or she has been straining for over 30min with no pup born. Breeding your dog is a rewarding time [...]
How To Recognise Prey Drive In A Pet Greyhound [easy-social-share] For many years greyhounds have been specifically bred and trained to chase using their sight. To ensure survival, all animals have a part of their brain dedicated to predation. However, the combination of genetics with a general lack of appropriate early socialisation, particularly around other [...]
Understanding Anxiety And Its Implications For Pet Greyhounds [easy-social-share] Anxiety is a very common behavioural problem in both racing and retired greyhounds. Indeed it is very common across the canine spectrum, accounting for up to 90% of referrals to veterinary behaviourists. Anxiety is also a very common reason for relinquishment post-adoption, with up to 60% [...]
Five Easy Tips For Bringing Home A New Puppy [easy-social-share] Bringing home a new puppy is an exciting time. Depending on your home circumstances, there are plenty of things to consider to prepare for your new puppy’s arrival. To ensure the transition to a new home is smooth sailing, we've gathered some top tips to [...]
Personally I love autumn. The days are usually crisp and clear with plenty of sun, while the nights are cooler. The gorgeous colours of leaves as they change colour create some magnificent scenery, but amongst all this beauty there are some things that may pose a risk to your pet. Here are some tips to help keep your pet safe in the autumn months.
