Convincing a dog to swallow a tablet can feel like a daily challenge. Many pet owners turn to a spoonful of peanut butter, a slice of cheese, or a bit of meat to disguise medications. While these tricks often work, not every food or every medication mixes safely. Some ingredients can affect how the drug is absorbed, reduce its effectiveness, or ...

The festive season is exciting for us, but it can be a little overwhelming for our pets. While we’re decorating, preparing food, and catching up with loved ones, our pets see all the activity from a very different viewpoint. Instead of new toys or treats, most dogs and cats simply want a sense of calm, comfort, and connection.Here’s what you...

November is Pet Diabetes Awareness Month, a reminder of how this condition impacts many pets each year. Just like people, animals can develop diabetes, but with prompt diagnosis, good management, and ongoing veterinary care, most can continue living healthy, energetic lives.What Does Diabetes Mean for Pets?Diabetes is a lifelong condition that a...

If you’ve ever watched a movie scene where a character drifts off to sleep as a mask lowers over their face, you might imagine that’s what happens when pets are given anaesthesia too.Understandably, many pet parents feel anxious when their furry family member needs a procedure. The idea of them being “put under” can sound mysterious, eve...

Cats are graceful, independent creatures and sometimes a little mysterious. That’s part of their charm, but it can also make it hard to tell when something’s wrong. Even subtle changes in behaviour or breathing can point to a more serious issue.Feline asthma is a great example. It’s often overlooked or mistaken for something minor, but if ...