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Kennel cough is something we’re all aware of and have heard of, but we rarely hear of canine infectious tracheobronchitis – its true title.
Infectious tracheobronchitis (ITB) has potentially three causative agents – most commonly Bordetella Bronchiseptica, followed by canine parainfluenza and canine corona virus. Interestingly whooping cough in people is caused by a Bordatella bacteria, although a different type, helping us to draw comparisons.
ITB is transmitted through...
I want to start by saying a very heart felt thank you to Nicola who has let us share Fizz’s story with you. She wants this to reach as many dog owners as possible so please do share this with whoever you know that has a dog. It’s incredibly important to mention that this condition is RARE. There have only been just over 120 cases in the UK...
One of the most difficult and feared times we face as a pet owner is having our much loved pet put to sleep. Knowing whether you are making the right decision and what to expect troubles many owners.
We have put together a downloadable leaflet that covers this subject, including:-
Poppy is a 9-year-old cheeky, energetic and adventurous Labrador. She has always been at her happiest charging around on outdoor adventures, including big mountain climbs. However, her owners noticed that while she was still keen to run like crazy, she was suffering afterwards because she had been overdoing it, with noticeable limping. Her ability to cope with her usual exercise was thus starting to reduce.
On examination we localised pain to her elbows and on radiographs we...
Vets at St Boniface pride themselves on taking time to care; Ben Dart, Lead Small Animal Vet said 'we feel by adding extra time to a standard consult we can offer a more thorough history taking and a more in depth clinical exam, to take the time for you and your pet to be assessed in a non rushed, calm environment.'
It is amazing what happens in just 15...
Mya is a super bouncy, full of beans, springer spaniel that lives life at a thousand miles per hour.
She had presented a number of times for intermittent episodes of diarrhoea since being a puppy. One occasion, that slowed her down recently, was a particularly horrible bout of diarrhoea, that led her to become quite dehydrated and unwell. So unwell, she had to be hospitalised and treated with fluids and a lot of medication. It was quite a worrying time for her owners, but with all the...
This New Year sees us trying to help out our arthritic and uncomfortable older, limping and creaky companions.
We would like to share with you our arthritis campaign, running between January and March. As part of this, we would like to offer a FREE arthritis check; including running through a structured questionnaire that’s been revolutionary in investigating arthritis through a standard approach, but also a general catch up to explore how your...
First aid is the first treatment given when presented with an injury or traumatic episode. We all hope that our pets will never be in this situation where it is needed, however, the preparation of a first aid kit and some tips on how to handle situations may make dealing with an emergency much easier.
Basic first aid kit
Here is a list of some useful items to include in your first aid kit:-
1. Try and keep Christmas decorations out of reach of pets, nibbling on tinsel, glass ornaments and lights could prove fatal.
2. Foods to be avoided include chocolate, grape products, onions and bones.
3. Seasonal plants like poinsettias, holly and mistletoe are toxic to pets if eaten.
4. Make sure your pet has a safe and quiet place to retreat to if things get a bit noisy, as they can easily get distressed.
5. And finally although it's a cliché, remember a dog is...
From loud parties to a few too many leftovers, veterinary surgeries up and down the country will see a rise in admissions over the festive period.
Marie Kemmish, senior small animal vet at St Boniface Veterinary Clinic highlights a few areas where taking extra care can ensure owners keep their pets healthy and safe this Christmas.
If you are throwing a party remember that loud music, Christmas crackers and big crowds, can prove distressing for pets if they’re not used to it....
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