There are many subtle signs that your pet may struggle with or have an inability to hear. This can be something they were born with, or that they acquired with age. These include: no response to loud sounds or claps etc no response to their name (when they’re a distance from you, asleep or not […]
Many pet owners are unsure how to determine if their dog is indeed overweight. We’re here to make this simple. We (vets) use a body condition score system to assess your dogs weight as this more accurately indicates their size over numbers. Your dog is given a score of 1-9 and basically we want them […]
Many pet owners are unsure how to determine if their cat is indeed overweight. We’re here to make this simple. There are many benefits (for both you and your cat) that come with having your cat at their ideal weight. They are more easily mobile, have less pressure of their joints, can groom more easily […]
VetChat vets advocate for desexing of family pets and responsible breeding. Here’s a deep dive into the in’s and out’s of desexing pets. Who? Every cat, dog, and every-bunny can benefit from desexing. If you bought your pet from someone, and are unsure of their desexing history, then you should look into it immediately. Rescued […]
ASK DR CLAIRE My 3 week old kitten just sleeps and drinks kitty milk. Is that normal? It’s normal for young kittens to sleep a lot. Actually it’s normal for most cats to sleep a lot! As a ballpark, kittens can sleep anywhere between 15-20 hours per day (even more in really young kittens). The […]
ASK DR.CLAIRE We’re a family of four (kids aged 8 and 10). Are two puppies better than one? One or two dogs is a really tough decision. There’s no easy answer and it really depends on your exact situation, as well as the temperament of the pups. Personally, I have one dog and would find […]
For happy smiles and a healthy mouth I often recommend tooth brushing. There are some exceptions though. Just as we do, your dog needs daily attention to keep their mouths clean and free of foul odour producing bacteria and tartar. Being proactive when it comes to your dogs mouth not only makes those close cuddles […]
Have you ever had a look into your pet’s adoring eyes only to discover there is something ‘not quite right’. You start wondering – what should you do? Can you treat it at home? Can it wait until morning? And what if your pet suddenly appears blind? Eye problems need to be assessed swiftly. Conditions […]
Cleaning up after your pet is largely voluntary and when no-one is looking, some people can get a little lazy. Here are 5 reasons to share if anyone is in any doubt how important it is to scoop the poop: Happy community. The smell of poop alone is offensive, and finding you’ve stepped in it, is […]