How do you keep your best friends around as long as possible?
The answer is early diagnosis and treatment which can be achieved by visiting your veterinarian for twice yearly check-ups. Dogs and cats age much faster than we do and as a result, [...]
Heart disease – Mitral valve disease and heart failure
The heart has four chambers. The upper chambers are the atria (auricles, singular atrium). The lower chambers are the ventricles. The heart is also divided into right and left sides. Blood flows [...]
Your pet is a senior, what changes do you need to make?
The key to keeping your best friend happy and healthy in their senior years is early detection and prevention. Visit your veterinarian for your pet's senior health care exam at least every [...]
What are the signs of ageing? Complete our Seniors Checklist
Your Pet's Senior Health Checklist Before your pet's next senior check-up, please complete the following checklist. The following questions provide a guide of the major changes you should be looking out for [...]
How much exercise does your senior pet need?
Exercise is important at every stage in your pet's life including their senior years. You may need to adjust the frequency and intensity of the exercise as a pet ages but it [...]
Lumps and bumps on your pet’s skin
Although most lumps are harmless it is impossible to tell what sort of lump you are looking at. There are many different things that can cause swellings - bruising or fluid build-up, [...]