5 reasons why we recommend raw carrots instead of bones: Carrots do not break or split healthy teeth, bones do Carrots do not cause injuries to the mouth or tongue Bones can get stuck in the mouth, throat, intestines and bowel and can cause constipation & tummy upsets Carrots are inexpensive & can be given frozen, chilled or fresh Carrots are as effective at cleaning teeth as bones!
Did you Know:- When your cat is meowing at you, even in the kitchen, it may not be asking for food. Most of the time all they want is a cuddle or a game. It is becoming increasingly common for us to see overweight cats in the clinic. Many cats are leading more sedentary lives, and this reduced activity is not good for our pets waistlines or their mental wellbeing. So what can we do to help our cats get off the couch you ask? We have surveyed some cats in the clinic and they have given us the following […]
What are anal glands? Anal glands are small pea sized glands located just inside the anal sphincter at 4 and 8 o’clock as you look at it. Both dogs and cats have anal glands. What do they do? They are scent glands. Animals release a small amount of scent when they defaecate but can also release them when they are scared or frightened. How do they work? Normally the anal gland is squeezed by the faeces passing through the anal sphincter. What can go wrong? Sometimes the glands can become blocked or impacted. This sometimes is caused by diarrhoea or […]
Gingivitis ( inflammation of the gums), infection in the mouth and fractured teeth are all painful conditions. Having gum recession around teeth as your pet’s oral health deteriorates is the equivalent of an open wound in the mouth. Toothache and mouth pain is not pleasant as anyone who has experienced these for themselves will testify. But he’s still eating? Dogs and cats often do not show pain like we do. Survival is built into their very genetic makeup. They eat because they know instinctively that if they do not eat they will die. So if an animal is not eating […]
Lilies are amongst the most beautiful flowers in the world, however unfortunately they are also one of the most deadly if you happen to be a cat. Sadly this fact is not well known and lilies appear in flower arrangements all year round and pose a very grave risk for our feline friends. Lilies are so toxic that poisoning does not only occur from ingesting the flowers or leaves but also from grooming just a minute amount of the pollen off their fur. The first sign of lily toxicity is usually salivating and vomiting and this happens within hours of […]
What are hairballs? Hairballs ( also known as furballs) are accumulations of hair in the stomach. Contrary to their name, hairballs are very rarely shaped like a ball and usually resemble a sausage ( all be it a furry one!) Who gets them? All cats can get hairballs, but long haired breeds and cats that groom themselves a lot are more prone to getting furballs. How do I know if may cat has hairballs? Cats with hairballs will often vomit intermittently and you may find evidence of hair in the vomit. Sometimes they make a sound almost like a cough […]
The definition of senior depends on the size of the animal. Giant breed dogs eg Great Danes & St Bernards are classed as being senior at 6 years of age whereas smaller breeds of dog and cats are considered senior when they reach 8 years of age. As with people getting older means our pets are more prone to getting certain illnesses eg diabetes, kidney disease, arthritis and dementia and it also means that their senses are often reduced. They can become short sighted or start to go blind and deaf. Senior pets also sleep more soundly and become more […]
This is my gun, Clyde! Here. Put that in your report!” AND “I may have found a way out of here. When a naked man’s chasing a woman through an alley with a butcher knife and a hard-on, I figure he’s not out collecting for the Red Cross. You want a guarantee, buy a toaster. Are you feeling lucky punk Man’s gotta know his limitations. Don’t p!ss down my back and tell me it’s raining. What you have to ask yourself is, do I feel lucky. Well do ya’ punk? Well, do you have anything to say for yourself? Dyin’ […]
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