We all love Summer (well at least that’s how I feel) with the longer, warmer days, beautiful flowers and relaxing holidays, however, for dogs especially, Summer can bring challenges. Many of these can be mitigated or avoided entirely with a little knowledge, preparation and alternative action from their owners. Heat Stroke: Dogs don’t do well […]
The constant sneezing, the itchy eyes, and the sore throat – ah yes, it must be allergy season! Although human allergy sufferers can be easy to spot, dogs and cats suffering from allergies aren’t always so easy. But
Roger is a 5yr old miniature Daschund that came to our clinic for a routine vaccination and health check. Tartar was found on his teeth and, with the ok from his mum, he was admitted for a COHAT procedure (comprehensive oral health assessment and treatment). Before his procedure, he underwent a full physical exam and
Poor dental health can cause a number of issues for your pet throughout their life. Here are a few of the major ones you’re likely to encounter: Smelly breath – You’ll definitely know about this pretty quickly! Bad breath in your pet is often a sign that something isn’t right in their mouth, so if
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At VetsOne we have an array of Dental Products for you to choose from to help with your pets regime at home. Royal Canin Dental Care These crunchy kibbles are designed to fit between the teeth of dogs of all sizes. They offer all the nutrients needed for a healthy diet while helping to
Did you know that 80% of animals over 5 years of age have some form of dental disease? At VetsOne, we utilize the latest techniques and modern equipment to provide the best dental care for your pet. 10 steps to a healthy mouth Physical examination. Every animal we see has an examination
Dogs generally are easier to tablet than cats, but there’s always the exceptions to the rule. In this link, as with cats, there are a few tips and tricks in getting those medications into our beloved pooch. 1. The ‘the treat’ technique: This is called the ‘treat technique’, because we want to offer the treats
We who have cats, know how difficult it is getting tablets into them. In this article is advise and tips to try and combat this very real struggle with our beloved moggy’s. Make sure you understand how to give the medication before you leave the clinic and carefully read the label before starting to give
If the medication is refrigerated, you may able to warm it up by placing it in a bowl of warm water for a few minutes. Do not overheat. Do not microwave the medication. Draw up the liquid into the dropper or prepare the squeeze bottle as directed. Hold it with your dominant hand. Gently pull
Eye Drops: Gently clean away any debris around your pet’s eyes with warm water and a washcloth prior to administering the eye drops. This can be soothing and prepare your dog/cat for administering the medication. Hold the bottle using your thumb and index finger. You may want to rest this hand on the top of
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