Through the Grill and Back Again Last week we had an unexpected visitor at the clinic — not the usual kind who walks in on four legs. A lovely member of the public arrived understandably shaken after accidentally hitting a hawk while out on a test drive. The impact had sent the bird straight
What the Snuff? Brachycephalic (short faced) breeds like French Bulldogs, Pugs, and English Bulldogs have become incredibly popular across New Zealand, but summer can be especially tough on them. Their shortened airways and compact faces make it harder for them to cool themselves, meaning hot, humid days put them at much higher risk of heat stress
Everyone Meet Bolt! Age: 6 years Breed: American Pitbull X When I first met Bolt back in 2021, he was a very different dog from the confident boy who trots into our clinic today. His early visits were incredibly tough for him. He arrived overwhelmed, trying so hard to process his emotions in an
Everyone Meet Turbo! Age: 7 years Breed: Mixed Turbo was brought in for an emergency visit. His owner had just cooked an amazing zucchini brownie and when the owner stepped out for a few minutes. Turbo carefully made his way up to the counter to try some for himself. While rarely fatal, chocolate
In this inspiring story by our Vet Tech Abi, discover how pet insurance turned a painful setback into a triumphant recovery—read how Sam got back on his paws thanks to timely coverage!
“When Chase Couldn’t Pee—Pet Insurance to the Rescue!” Vet Tech Abi shares a real-life emergency that proves why coverage matters.
“Sweetie’s Strength Shines Through!” Sweetie faced a long road to recovery—Read Vet Tech Abi’s touching account of how her insurance coverage made all the difference.
Dear Memorial, ………. But, it’s just a dog! ………. Just get another cat! How many times have I heard things like this after we have lost a pet. You may have noticed we are now offering “pet memorial” here on our website. As a veterinary nurse I have not been personally spared from the
Cat Language What is your cat feeling? Every wonder how your cat is feeling? Their body language can speak volumes! Understanding subtle signs can help deepen your bond. Check out this chart by doggiedrawings.net
Feline Grimace Scale is your cat in pain? How do you know if your cat is in pain when they can’t tell us? Body language that’s how! Check out their website: https://www.felinegrimacescale.com/ or download the app.
