Interesting & Helpful Articles for Pet Owners
Caring for Pets in their Golden Years
As our cats and dogs grow older, their needs will naturally change. Some of these changes will be strictly medical while others will be behavioural or dietary. Ultimately, caring for our ageing pets is all about making sure they are happy, healthy and comfortable and...
Should I Travel with My Pet?
Family holidays are some of the most wonderful experiences that we can share. We get to explore new places and forge new memories, all with the people who are most important to us. For many of us, our beloved pets are a big part of our family and we want them to come...
Physical Rehabilitation – Getting Older Pets Back on Track
Senior pets have certain limitations when it comes to running, jumping and climbing stairs. Depending on their overall health, they may also suffer from limited mobility. This is particularly seen in pets that have just come out of surgery. Today we’re going to...
Why Does My Dog Bark?
Barking is natural and normal but when it happens excessively it’s time to do something about it. One of the most common complaints received by the council is a dog barking. So, before you have the authorities knocking on your door, you need to understand why your pet...
Fleas & Ticks
Fleas Fleas are the most common external parasite of companion animals and flea allergy dermatitis is the most common skin disease of dogs and cats! Flea control has always been a challenge for veterinarians and pet owners because the adult fleas cause the clinical...
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 making the decision to desex or castrate your male kitten can be a scary one so we have put together some...