Interesting & Helpful Articles for Pet Owners
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...
Female feline desexing. What to expect
Speying a female cat is an excellent step to help your young lady grow into a loving, well adapted household citizen. However at Vetmed we understand that making the decision to desex or spey your female kitten can be a scary one so we have put together some...
Preventative dental care for cats
Dental care is as important for your feline companion as it is for you, as healthy teeth and gums makes for a healthy cat! Tooth and gum problems occur in 8 out of 10 cats over the age of 3. By starting your cat on a good dental regime prior to this, you can help to...
Minimising stress when visiting the vet
A trip to the vet doesn’t have to be scary For cats and their owners a visit to the vets can be a stressful event but with a bit of prior planning it can be an uneventful and even pleasant experience. Often the hardest thing to do is to get puss into the carry cage....