Cats tend to be better than dogs at regulating their own body temperatures since their ancestors originally came from the desert, but when the summer heat strikes, our feline friends can still sometimes suffer from overheating and dehydration. Heatstroke is the most life-threatening form of hyperthermia, and occurs when your cat is overwhelmed by heat Read More
Hyperthyroidism in Cats
On February 6, 2024
Hyperthyroidism is one of the most commonly diagnosed conditions in senior cats. It’s caused by an over-active thyroid gland and can result in a range of symptoms, which we’ll explore in this blog. There are various treatments available to help cats with hyperthyroidism, and in most cases the treatment is successful. This blog will look Read More
Kidney Disease in Cats: How to Spot and Treat it
On February 5, 2024
Luckily for us, most cats enjoy a long and happy life, with some cats reaching the age of 20 years old – and some living even longer! Unfortunately, as with humans, a cat’s senior years can often be affected by health issues. Among middle-aged and senior cats, a common condition is kidney disease. There are Read More
Lymphoma in Cats
On January 30, 2024
As cats get older, they are more likely to be affected by certain types of cancer. Lymphoma is one of the most common forms of cancer in cats, most often seen in middle-aged and senior cats. Unlike some forms of cancer, feline lymphoma is equally likely to affect male and female cats of all breeds. Read More
Is My Cat Or Dog Overweight?
On December 15, 2023
Pet obesity is still a growing concern across the UK. The 2023 PDSA Paw report found that, on average, veterinary professionals estimate that 46% of dogs are overweight or obese. Other estimates suggest that 50% of dogs and 43% of cats in the UK are overweight or obese (UK Pet Food, 2022). Despite this, the Read More
Symptoms of Diabetes in Dogs and Cats
On November 13, 2023
Diabetes mellitus is a disease that results from either a lack of insulin in the body or a resistance to the effects of insulin. This results in constant uncontrolled high levels of blood glucose. As with humans, this can cause a range of problems. Left untreated, diabetes can lead to a life-threatening condition called Diabetic Read More
Cats and Dogs at Halloween: Keeping Safe!
On October 29, 2023
Halloween can be a lot of fun. But, beware! There are a few things to keep in mind when it comes to the safety of our pets. From toxic sweets to candle-lit pumpkins, here’s a list of the top 5 things to watch out for to protect our cats and dogs at Halloween. Sweets and Read More
Dental Care Tips for Cats and Dogs
On October 27, 2023
Did you know that adult dogs have 42 teeth and adult cats have 30? That’s a lot of gnashers to keep clean! Making sure your pet has good dental hygiene is important as neglected teeth can cause gum-related diseases later Read More
Does My Cat Have a UTI?
On October 2, 2023
Fortunately, urinary tract infections in cats are not very common at all. The likelihood of your cat having a true UTI is very low. In the rare cases when they do, it’s nearly always as a direct result of another health condition affecting the urinary tract. In cats, many of the lower urinary tract conditions Read More