Every dog loves a scratch, yes? Dogs itch, just like they bark at cats, shake after rainfall and growl at the postman. But when is a good scratch actually a bad scratch? Sometimes scratching belies a deeper problem that needs proper attention. Here’s what to look out for to prevent your furry friend from…
How Fleas Harm Your Cat Why you can’t ignore a flea problem A surprising number of cat-owners are completely unaware that their pet has fleas. False beliefs about fleas, such as the myths that they don’t appear on indoor cats and don’t enter clean homes, can lull you into a false sense of security….
Did you know it is a legal requirement for all dogs over the age of 8 weeks old to be micro chipped. Here at Young Vets we always recommend micro chipping your cat too, as it is the most reliable form of identification and cannot be lost unlike a collar or harness. Should your…
Hyperthyroidism is a common disease in teenage cats, sadly sometimes, their symptoms are missed and referred to as just ‘old age’. Overactive thyroid gland (another name for the condition) is something we see quite regularly in older cats, the good news is diagnosis is fairly simple and there are different treatment options…
We can perform ultrasound scans at young veterinary partnership, to confirm pregnancy and viability of pups from about 4 weeks. The normal pregnancy duration is 9 weeks. This is a scan at about 8 weeks pregnancy.
This summer our vets have seen an increased number of abandoned cats and kittens, compared to normal. The RSPCA do a great job in caring for abandoned or neglected cats and kittens, but they can sometimes be overwhelmed with numbers. We currently have some kittens and young adult cats that need good homes. Please contact…
