Yes, this is something we have talked about before, but we are passionate about the health of your pets, and we want you to be best informed about the choices you have in caring for them. 70-80% of senior pets are experiencing the effects of diseases like kidney insufficiency or failure, thyroid hormone imbalances and
Dogs and cats possess a protective third eyelid, or nictitating membrane, located in the inner corner of the eye. This membrane houses a vital tear gland responsible for producing up to 50% of the eye’s protective moisture. “Cherry Eye” is the common term for a prolapse of that eyelid gland in pets. When the connective
Cannabis (or marijuana) is toxic to both dogs and cats, with symptoms arising from the psychoactive compound tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). While fatalities are rare, exposure can cause severe distress and, in some cases, serious medical emergencies, especially with high-concentration products like edibles. Dogs are more frequently affected than cats, largely due to their tendency to ingest
Senior Years 7+ year old As pets enter their senior years, their needs change, and age‑related conditions often develop gradually. Early support can greatly improve comfort and longevity. Below are key areas where owners can help at home, along with situations where veterinary care is essential. Mobility & Joint Health Senior pets commonly experience stiffness
Adult Stage 1-7 years This covers the period after the juvenile stage – Adult through to Senior. The age, shape and stage of your pet can vary depending on the species (cat or dog) and breed (Chihuahua – Great Dane). On first pass, these years look rather straight forward – the excitement of the puppy
Welcome to the second instalment of our Magical Milestones, where we explore the key stages in your pet’s life and how each phase influences their health and wellbeing. In this issue, we focus on the “in-between” stage when puppies and kittens begin transitioning from juveniles into young adults. Juvenile: (6- 18months, up to 2
During this phase, your pet will move from total dependence, (birth – neonatal stage) through weaning (transitional stage) and into early adolescence. Great change and rapid development hallmark this period. Many important systems not fully developed at birth will be by the time they reach adolescence. Your pet’s bones are rapidly growing via open growth
The cost of veterinary care has risen over the past few years. Like all businesses, the cost of opening our doors has significantly increased, and sadly, these costs must be passed on. This conflicts with the passion that all the VetsOne team members have: which is to help every pet to get the care they
You may or may not know that here at VetsOne, we have a cattery called ‘CatsOne’. When cats stay with us, they are treated as the princes and princesses they are, with a full time carer dedicated to looking after their needs, and nurses and vets only a step away. Our specialty is cats that
Ah summer! the time to drag out the stubbies, our lily white legs, crank up the BBQ and enjoy dining outdoors with the glorious smells of sausages, patties and chops. But, have a hmmm moment as this comes with certain risks to our pets, especially dogs. Larger objects causing intestinal blockage. The main culprits in
