Flea Allergy Dermatitis (FAD) is one of the most common forms of allergic dermatitis in dogs and cats. It is often the cause of the skin disease that people sometimes refer to (wrongly) as eczema or …
Cat Care
Pet care and health information for your feline best friend. Learn more about topics including kitten care, senior cat care and feline nutrition.
Senior Pets
Pets age more quickly than we do. The old saying that one year equals seven dog/cat years is more or less true. We consider your dog or cat to be "senior" at around 7 years of age. After this, they …
Vaccinations
Vaccinations for dogs, cats, rabbits and ferrets protect your pet against potentially fatal viral and bacterial diseases. Our vets perform health checks routinely as part of your pet's annual …
Intestinal Worms in Cats
Your cat can be infected by a variety of intestinal worms. Regular worming is essential to protect your cat, and to protect your family. Some intestinal worms can be transmitted to people, and can …
Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD)
What is Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD)? FLUTD consists of a group of conditions, many of which cause inflammation of the lower urinary tract. Affected cats frequently show signs similar …
Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)
What is FIV? FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) is a potentially fatal viral disease that weakens the immune system of cats. Vaccination is recommended for all cats that are allowed outside of the …
Cat Fight Abscesses
This is by far the most common injury that we see in cats. As the title suggests, abscesses form in cats as a result of fights with other cats. Initially, the wounds that cause them are usually rather …
Hyperthyroidism in Cats
What is hyperthyroidism? Hyperthyroidism is a disease of cats that is caused by a mass in the thyroid gland (located in the neck), which causes an overproduction of thyroid hormones. What do …
Kidney Failure in Cats
Kidney failure (or renal failure) is very common in older cats. It is the second biggest killer of cats worldwide, responsible for the premature death of 1 in 3 cats! What is Kidney …
Caring for Your Kitten
VaccinationHeartwormIntestinal WormsFlea ControlFeedingZoonotic DiseasesMicrochip & RegistrationDesexingSocialisation & TrainingPet Insurance To the proud new "parent", Congratulations …