Addison's disease in dogs is also known as hypoadrenocorticism. It is a disease that results from the reduction in corticosteroid secretion from the adrenal gland. The adrenal gland is a small gland located near the kidney that secretes several different substances that help regulate normal body functions. When the adrenal glands do not function adequately, […]
Easter is here, slightly earlier this year however many people manage to save some of their chocolate for several weeks after the Easter long weekend. (I am not one of them!). Why should we take care with chocolate and our pets? Human chocolate contains ingredients such as methylxanthines (specifically caffeine and theobromine), to which all dogs and […]
Daily brushing of your pet’s teeth is recommended, but any brushing is considered beneficial. Here are some tips: Make it a daily routine. Always be calm and patient with your pet so it is a happy experience. Start by getting your pet used to brushing with your index finger. Gently lift the lips and massage […]
Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a disease characterized by an inability of a pet to maintain blood glucose levels within the normal range. Glucose comes from the digestion of food and is used by the body as a source of energy. Glucose levels are controlled by several hormones, most importantly insulin aids the sugars to be […]
What is a seizure? A seizure is a convulsion or ‘fit’ and may be generalised or localised/partial. In a generalised or grand mal seizure, pets typically lie on their sides and are not responsive to people. They may make running movements with their legs, slobber, urinate and pass stools. When a generalised seizure begins, the […]
Many pets will have skin conditions that are allergy based. This can be an allergy to fleas (flea bite hypersensitivity), grasses or dust mites (contact allergies), foods (less common), or Atopy – a syndrome where pets are allergic to everyday things including the above due to a barrier/skin dysfunction. These pets often have chronic/multiple ear/eye/skin […]
Addison's disease in dogs is also known as hypoadrenocorticism. It is a disease that results from the reduction in corticosteroid secretion from the adrenal gland. The adrenal gland is a small gland located near the kidney that secretes several different substances that help regulate normal body functions. When the adrenal glands do not function adequately, […]
Easter is here, slightly earlier this year however many people manage to save some of their chocolate for several weeks after the Easter long weekend. (I am not one of them!). Why should we take care with chocolate and our pets? Human chocolate contains ingredients such as methylxanthines (specifically caffeine and theobromine), to which all dogs and […]
