Interesting & Helpful Articles for Pet Owners
Can dogs and cats happily co-habitat, or do they just fight like cats and dogs?
As pets to us humans, cats and dogs can be thought to perform a very similar role, but they are two very different species, with a natural instinct to fight or be wary of one another. Over time, this has led to the phrase “fighting like cats and dogs”. According to...
What do you know about ticks?
Ticks are masters of hiding and can be difficult to spot if they have hitched a ride on your pet. Some can even cause serious illness and death if not addressed quickly. Here are a few things you should know. WHAT ARE THEY? Ticks fall within two broad categories:...
All I want for Christmas is to not have an upset tummy!
Cooking up a well-deserved, hearty Christmas feast might be just what the 2021 doctors order for us humans, but we need to think twice about sharing our culinary indulgences with our four-legged companions. Our pets know how to pull on our heart strings at the best of...
How much walking do our precious pooches actually need?
Appetite for exercise wavered for many during lockdown, but for many dog owners, the necessary daily dose of doggy exercise was a key to keeping the lockdown blues (and the lockdown belly) at bay. Walking the dog for our own health is one thing, but how much walking...
Male Feline Desexing – What to Expect
Neutering a male cat is an excellent step to help your young man grow into a loving, well-adapted household citizen. However, at Vetmed we understand that deciding to desex or castrate your male kitten can be a scary one, so we have put together some information to...
Male Canine Desexing – What to Expect
What to expect when bringing your male dog in for desexing Neutering a male dog is an excellent step to help your young man grow into a loving, well-adapted household citizen. However, at Vetmed we understand that deciding to desex or castrate your male puppy can be a...